French Work

Monaco flatware service including 12 forks, 12 knives and 6 soup spoons ; a teapot and a coffee pot.

Auction Closed

December 5, 04:37 PM GMT

Estimate

8,000 - 12,000 EUR

Lot Details

Description

Jean Emile Puiforcat

1897 - 1945

Monaco flatware service including 12 forks, 12 knives and 6 soup spoons ; a teapot and a coffee pot.

silver, with openwork monogram CB on the knives

the teapot and coffee pot in silver and ebony

Each piece bears the silver hallmark and the maker's mark

the knives stamped Jean E. Puiforcat on the blade

the teapot bears the silver hallmark and the maker's mark on the lid and under the base. Stamped PUIFORCAT PARIS on the underside

the coffee pot bears the silver hallmark and the maker's mark on the lid and under the base. Stamped PUIFORCAT PARIS on the underside

the longest : 25,5 cm ; 10 in.

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Jean Emile Puiforcat

1897 - 1945

Service Monaco comprenant 12 fourchettes; 12 couteaux et 6 cuillère a soupe; une théière et une cafetière

en argent, monogramme ajouré CB sur les couteaux

la theière et la cafetière en argent et ébène

Chaque pièce portent le poinçon d'argent et le poinçon de maître les couteau marqué Jean E. Puiforcat sur la lames

la théière porte le poinçon d'orfèvre et le poinçon de maître sur le couvercle et sous la base. Marquée PUIFORCAT PARIS au revers

la cafetière porte le poinçon d'orfèvre et le poinçon de maître sur le couvercle et sous la base. Marquée PUIFORCAT PARIS au revers.

le plus long : 25,5 cm ; 10 in.

Good overall condition.

The silverware presents with surface scratches and traces of oxidation on the handles. Some dents on the blades of the knifes. The forks and spoons present traces of oxidation throughout the metal.

The tea pot present with scratches throughout , more scratches on the underside. Traces of oxidation throughout the metal. A trace of sticker on the top. The top is distorted and does not fully close.

The coffee pot presents with scratches throughout , more scratches on the underside. Traces of oxidation throughout the metal. A trace of sticker on the top. Instances of wear.

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.

Veuillez noter que les cuillières et les fourchettes sont de Jean Despres contrairement à ce qui est indiqué au catalogue. Please note that the forks and the knives are by Jean Despres contrary to what is indicated in the catalogue.