Orfevrerie Boulenger - Cutlery set for 12 (61) - Silverplated - 61-piece / 12-person

Magnificent antique silver-plated cutlery in its original case, made by Orfevrerie Boulenger in the period 1898-1938. The cutlery model is commonly known in France as the “Baguette.” The smooth, undecorated handles do not grab attention but add a quiet elegance to any setting. The cutlery comes in its original blue case with a lift-off lid and an insert tray. The Boulenger logo is on the inside of the lid.

Consisting of:
- 12 dinner spoons (21 cm)
- 12 dinner knives (25 cm)
- 12 dinner forks (21 cm)
- 12 hors d’oeuvre/breakfast knives (21.2 cm)
- 12 coffee spoons (14.3 cm)*
- Large soup spoon

* 2 mismatched coffee spoons from Orfevrerie Apollo, in a cross-band pattern
* The dinner forks, dinner spoons, and the soup spoon bear the initials "C.R" on the back of the handle.

All pieces in excellent condition, with minor signs of wear corresponding to their age.

Stamped with [Blanc 100][Boulenger]

This lot is professionally packed and sent by registered post via parcel post, including Track & Trace.

In the 19th century and at the turn of the century, Boulenger was one of the leading silversmiths in Paris. The company was founded in 1810 by M. Boulenger-Hautin, and in its early decades operated as Orfevrerie Hautin. When in 1864 cousin Adolphe Boulenger took over, the name changed to A. Boulenger & Cie. From their premises at 4 rue de Vert-Bois in Paris, the company earned a reputation as an Orfevre of high caliber, and over time Boulenger became a regular supplier to the French navy. Its work was awarded at several fairs and exhibitions, including Paris 1925, Cairo 1929, and Antwerp 1930. The company closed its doors in 1938.