Francois Julien Doyen , Parijs - Cutlery set (10) - Napoleon III Period - .950 silver - Hors d’Oeuvre Picks
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Set of 10 antique French solid 950/1000 silver hors d’oeuvre picks by François Julien Doyen, Paris, dating to the Napoleon III period (circa 1860–1880), each about 10.7 cm long with a 1 cm ring, in good condition with minor wear.
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Set of 10 Antique French Sterling Silver Cocktail / Hors d’Oeuvre Picks – François Julien Doyen – Paris – Napoleon III Period – Circa 1860–1880 – 950 Silver
An elegant and unusual set of 10 antique French solid silver serving picks, dating from the second half of the 19th century, during the Napoleon III period.
Crafted in Paris by the French silversmith François Julien Doyen, active during the 19th century.
Each pick is made of high-quality 950/1000 sterling silver, bearing the French Minerva head hallmark, first standard, together with the silversmith's maker's mark.
Design & Decoration
The ten picks feature a refined, minimalist design with long, slender, gently tapering bodies ending in a pointed tip.
Each piece is fitted with a small circular ring at the upper end, providing an elegant decorative detail while also allowing the picks to be held or suspended.
Their understated elegance is characteristic of fine French silver table accessories from the second half of the 19th century.
Original Use
These small silver picks were most likely intended for serving and enjoying small delicacies at the table.
They could be used for:
Olives, pickles and cocktail garnishes.
Small hors d'oeuvres and appetisers.
Cherries, preserved fruits and other small delicacies.
Elegant individual servings during aperitifs and receptions.
Such refined silver accessories were part of the sophisticated French dining culture of the 19th century, particularly during the Napoleon III and Belle Époque eras.
Today, they would make a beautiful addition to an antique silver collection or an elegant aperitif table.
Silversmith & Hallmarks
François Julien Doyen – Paris, France
The pieces bear the French Minerva head hallmark, first standard, indicating a silver purity of 950/1000, together with the maker's mark attributed to François Julien Doyen.
Dimensions
Quantity: 10 pieces
Length: approximately 10.7 cm each
Width at the upper end: approximately 0.4 cm
Ring diameter: approximately 1 cm
Material: solid 950/1000 silver
Origin: Paris, France
Period: circa 1860–1880
Condition
Good antique condition, with minor surface scratches and signs of wear consistent with age and occasional use.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
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Set of 10 Antique French Sterling Silver Cocktail / Hors d’Oeuvre Picks – François Julien Doyen – Paris – Napoleon III Period – Circa 1860–1880 – 950 Silver
An elegant and unusual set of 10 antique French solid silver serving picks, dating from the second half of the 19th century, during the Napoleon III period.
Crafted in Paris by the French silversmith François Julien Doyen, active during the 19th century.
Each pick is made of high-quality 950/1000 sterling silver, bearing the French Minerva head hallmark, first standard, together with the silversmith's maker's mark.
Design & Decoration
The ten picks feature a refined, minimalist design with long, slender, gently tapering bodies ending in a pointed tip.
Each piece is fitted with a small circular ring at the upper end, providing an elegant decorative detail while also allowing the picks to be held or suspended.
Their understated elegance is characteristic of fine French silver table accessories from the second half of the 19th century.
Original Use
These small silver picks were most likely intended for serving and enjoying small delicacies at the table.
They could be used for:
Olives, pickles and cocktail garnishes.
Small hors d'oeuvres and appetisers.
Cherries, preserved fruits and other small delicacies.
Elegant individual servings during aperitifs and receptions.
Such refined silver accessories were part of the sophisticated French dining culture of the 19th century, particularly during the Napoleon III and Belle Époque eras.
Today, they would make a beautiful addition to an antique silver collection or an elegant aperitif table.
Silversmith & Hallmarks
François Julien Doyen – Paris, France
The pieces bear the French Minerva head hallmark, first standard, indicating a silver purity of 950/1000, together with the maker's mark attributed to François Julien Doyen.
Dimensions
Quantity: 10 pieces
Length: approximately 10.7 cm each
Width at the upper end: approximately 0.4 cm
Ring diameter: approximately 1 cm
Material: solid 950/1000 silver
Origin: Paris, France
Period: circa 1860–1880
Condition
Good antique condition, with minor surface scratches and signs of wear consistent with age and occasional use.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Catawiki smart shipping services or Bpost. Insured and well packed.
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Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
66 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title additional information
Hors d’Oeuvre Picks
Number of objects
10
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Francois Julien Doyen , Parijs
Material
Silver
Model
Napoleon III Period
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
0.4 cm
Width
10.7 cm
Depth
0.4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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