Ensemble de douze couverts de table en argent, Paris, 1789-1790, maître-orfèvre difficile à lire, dans son écrin

modèle filet, les spatules gravées postérieurement d'armoiries d'alliance timbrées d'une couronne de marquis et de la devise Aultre ne veuil, comprenant 12 fourchettes de table (table forks) et douze cuillères de table (table spoons)

In overall good condition. Marks legilble except maker's mark. One spoon with illegible marks.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Les armes sont celles d'Edouard Macé de Gastines (1857-1931) et de Marie-Thérèse de la Selle (1863-1944) mariés le 27 novembre 1883.