Complete Christofle Silverware Set in Wooden Storage Table
Item #2421 SOLD
Elegant and useful: this 1920s Art Deco silver chest/ side table is filled with a complete set of French Christofle Silverware that has a slightly Art Nouveau design. These table/chests have become a specialty of ours, the insides fitted with black velvet compartments that house each piece, protect it from tarnish and keep your flatware perfectly organized.
In total, there are 128 glorious pieces in a lovely, lyrical pattern. Service for 12 with 10 pieces in each place setting:
Dinner Fork, Spoon and Knife.
Luncheon Fork and Knife,
Soup Spoon, Tea Spoon, Demitasse Spoon,
Fish Fork and Knife.
Also included are eight specialty serving pieces.
“Pretty Woman” Julia Roberts learning which fork to use for fine dining
The chest/table is one of the nicest as well. Mahogany wood with a luminous finish , this will provide a stylish addition to your dining room and the silver will become an “instant heirloom” for you to enjoy. Christofle is one of the world’s most important creators of fine silver pieces.
Maison Christofle began in Normandie, France in 1830 . This boxed set has a refined nod to the Beaux Arts period of their design work with its ornamental nature. Christofle became especially famous as an exhibitor in the Paris Exposition des Artes Decorative in 1925 and It maintains stores and sales internationally today.
Measurements
Chest is 22.5″ wide,16″ deep and 31″ tall