950 Silver, wrought, chased, engraved and mounted, partial gilded inside, fruitwood and walnut, ivory
Paris, France, 1892
Paul Canaux & Cie. – Parisian silversmith and jeweler, active 1892-1911
Hallmarked on the base with Minerva-head and marker’s mark
Five-piece coffee and tea set, consisting of a coffee and a teapot, a Samovar, a sugar bowl and a creamer
Revolving gadrooned bodies, contrasted with acanthus motifs and seashell décor
Height of the Samovar: 48.5 cm; Height of the creamer: 13 cm
Total weight: ca. 5428 grams
Good condition
The completely preserved silver service is a winning combination of elegant forms and the sparingly used décor in manner of Baroque. It was created in one of the leading Parisian silversmiths of the fin-Siècle.
Estimate by Auctionata Expert: 6,000 Euro

Condition:

The coffee and tea service is in good condition, with only minor traces of age. Small, usual scratches can be found mainly on the walls. The inner gilding of the creamer and sugar bowl is slightly rubbed. The height of the Samovar is 48.5 cm, of the height of the cream measures 13 cm long. The total weight of approx. 5428 grams. (bde)

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