Puiforcat: Pair Of Art Nouveau / Art Deco Solid Silver Cups And Saucers, Early 20th Century.

Superb pair of cups and saucers in solid silver by Puiforcat.

The cups feature rounded, pinched ribs, with the base forming a small pedestal. The handles are decorated with an acanthus leaf and a frieze of falling bases and pearls.

The saucers also feature pinched ribs, continuing the lines of the cups. The base is raised to form a small navel that highlights the cup. The rim is raised.

The overall effect is very harmonious, with a beautiful continuity between the cup and its saucer, evoking a flower. The softness of the shapes combined with the simplicity of the taut lines evokes a shared influence between the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles.

Each piece is hallmarked:
. Minerva, 1st grade, before 1973 for 950/°° silver. Goldsmith's hallmark EP with a penknife for Emile Puiforcat.

The simplicity of the lines of this pair of cups contrasts with the delicacy and intelligence of the overall shapes, a sign of the talent of one of the greatest French goldsmiths.

7.5 cm total height
12.3 cm diameter for the saucers.

316 grams

Very good condition. Micro-scratches from use and a small crack on one handle under the acanthus leaf, almost invisible and without any impact on the use of the cup.

Hand delivery in Paris or insured Colissimo shipping.
France: €15
Europe: €20
Worldwide: €35