Ménagère en argent par Veuve Risler et Carré, Paris, 1912-1920

modèle à l'antique gravé d'armoiries timbrées d'une couronne de comte et de la devise Sicut Fortis Ecuus, comprenant: 36 fourchettes de table (table forks), 18 cuillères de table (table spoons), 24 fourchettes à dessert (dessert forks), 24 cuillères à dessert (dessert spoons), 23 cuillères à thé (tea spoons), 36 couteaux de table( table knives), 24 couteaux à fruits (fruit knives), 24 couteaux à fromage (cheese knifes), 23 cuillères à moka (mocha spoons), 16 pièces à servir (serving pieces), dans un coffre en bois estampé A. RISLER & CARRE, Orfèvres joailliers, 16 Fg St HONORE PARIS

Most knives blades rusted. Gilding on one serving spoon slightly used. Otherwise 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. 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 de la famille Franchet de Cendrey, de Franche-Comté.

Nous remercions vivement Rémi Verlet pour son aide dans la datation de cet ensemble.