Cutlery set (6) - Silver

Set of 6 fish cutlery in 833/1000 silver and gilded metal - Javali II, Portugal, 1887–1937. An antique Portuguese set of six fish-cutlery pieces, consisting of three knives and three forks, dating from the period of use of the Javali II pattern (1887–1937). The handles, in Portuguese silver 833/1000, feature Neoclassical-style decoration, with a fluted body, oval insets, vegetal elements and raised motifs. Adjacent to the junction with the blades are the corresponding patterns. The three knives have gilded blades with a contoured profile, richly engraved with representations of fish, vegetal scrolls and ornamental motifs. The three forks, also gilded, have four tines and engraved decoration in the same style, forming a particularly decorative and uncommon set. The combination of white-silver handles with the gilded elements creates a visually elegant contrast, characteristic of late 19th/early 20th century table service pieces. It shows signs of use consistent with age.

Composition: 3 knives + 3 forks - 6 pieces in total
Materials: Portuguese silver 833/1000 and gilded metal
Pattern: Javali II, 833/1000
Period: 1887–1937
Knife length: 20 cm
Total weight: 261 g
Origin: Portugal