Risler & Carré - Serving utensil (2) - .950 silver - 1850-1900 - Carving set

Rare Carving/ Game Set in 950 Silver – Risler & Carré (Paris) Description: Refined and imposing antique carving set for meat and game, made by the prestigious Parisian jewelry house Risler & Carré (active in Paris from the late 19th to the early 20th century). The set consists of two large pieces: • Large carving knife with a shaped steel blade (length 30 cm) • 4-tine serving fork with a dramatic swiveling guard/support mechanism in relief, figure-cast. (Length 26 cm) Characteristics and Hallmarks: • Handles: Solid silver worked in neoclassical / Louis XVI style, finely relief-decorated with festoons, botanical garlands, raised motifs and a central cartouche. • Hallmarks: The silver rims clearly show the French hallmark Minerva Head 1st Title (950/1000 silver) and the diamond-shaped master silversmith mark Risler & Carré. • Condition: Good overall preserved state. Total weight: 226 grams The silver retains a splendid aged patina with sharp chasing; the steel parts show light, natural signs of time consistent with the piece’s age and authenticity.

Estimate:$247.21

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