Half Century Collection
Lot 49:
Description
Keywords: Maitre Orfevre Olier et Caron, Parisian Silversmith, 20th Century, High-Quality Silverware, Art Nouveau Style, French Tableware, Floriform curvilinear designs
Ornate French Art Nouveau Silver Flatware with Serving Pieces, 133 pieces. 120 +14 Serving Pieces.
Bio: Maitre Orfevre Olier et Caron was a renowned French silversmithing company based in Paris, France. The company was known for producing high-quality silverware, including tableware, decorative objects, and serving implements. Olier et Caron’s designs were often characterized by their Art Nouveau style, which featured intricate, organic shapes and forms.
Weight: 192.705 ozt Approx (not counting knives)Current Scrap Value of the silver $5.875.approx
Please note: The weight provided is for 133 pieces of flatware. Only silver items were weighed, and non-silver pieces were excluded. The weight is an approximation and should be used as a general reference only. Please see below for individual weights and measurement.
Measurements and Weight:
12: Meat/Salad Forks: 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm.), 19.155 ozt
12: Large Forks: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm.), 34.17 ozt
12: Small Forks: 6 in. (15.2 cm.), 9.54 ozt
12: Spoons: 6 in. (15.2 cm.), 10.45 ozt
12: Large Spoons: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm.), 32.58 ozt
12: Small Spoons: 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm.), 7.210 ozt
12: Butter Knives: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm.), 23.695 ozt
12: Small Knives: 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm.), 13.27 ozt (Handles not weighted)
12: Small Mother of Pearl Knives: 8 in. (20.3 cm.) Stainless Steel, No Markings
12: Large Mother of Pearl Knives: 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm.) Stainless Steel, No Markings
14: Serving Pieces: 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm. Large Knife), 42.635 ozt Not including knife. Blade is Stainless. Handle is sterling. Knife with blade weighs 4.140 ozt. Excluded from overall weight.
ID: 26691
Condition: Overall in good condition. Some tarnishing present. The boxes show signs of wear, and the large serving pieces do not come with boxes. One small serving piece is missing. Additionally, not all flatware fits perfectly into the boxes.
We do our best to note any obvious issues, but all items are sold as is and may show signs of wear. Condition reports are provided as a helpful guide and reflect our opinion, not a guarantee. We encourage you to review photos carefully and reach out if you need more information. All lots are sold in their current condition at the time of sale.
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