Lot 87
  • 87

Luc Lanel

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Luc Lanel
  • "Atlas" Flatware Service
  • engraved with initials LB, comprising: 15 dinner knives, 11 dinner forks, 14 lunch knives, 12 lunch forks, 12 fish knives, 12 fish forks, 11 fruit forks, 12 salad forks, 11 oyster forks, 8 teaspoons, 12 dessert spoons, 12 tablespoons, 16 coffee spoons,  2-piece fish serving set, 2-piece salad serving set, 1 cold meat fork, 1 carving knife, 1 serving spoon, 1 soup ladle, 1 cake server, each stamped with maker's mark and French control mark, circa 1940, 167 pieces

  • silver

Condition

handles with scratches commensurate with use, some wear apparent at engraved monograms, stainless blades, in good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

After being used on the ship, this pattern was carried by Christofle in silver and silver-plate until 1972.