François Nicoud, Paris, late 19th century - Hors d'oeuvre set (4) - .950 silver - Appetizer service

Massive silver appetizer service by François Nicoud – Paris, late 19th century. 1875

Elegant solid silver appetizer set 950/1000, consisting of four matching pieces: a pierced scoop, a round spoon, an oval spoon, and a three-prong fork. Each piece features finely executed openwork, complemented by delicate vegetal engravings characteristic of French goldsmithery from the late 19th century.

The sleeves adopt a slender silhouette, decorated with a medallion engraved with initials, framed by a beaded frieze and neoclassical-inspired scrolls. The pierced spoon bowls reveal beautiful stylized foliage motifs, demonstrating particularly precise craftsmanship.

Each piece bears:
the Minerve hallmark 1st grade (solid silver 950/1000)
Master's mark F. NICOUD, for François Nicoud, Parisian goldsmith active at the end of the 19th century.

High-quality, complete, and perfectly uniform service, featuring a smooth and regular patina.
A refined set, ideal for complementing vintage tableware or for elegant presentation of hors-d'oeuvres and desserts.