Silver Travel Knives - Consulate/directoire Period, 1798–1809
Very rare pair of travel knives in solid silver and ebony – Consulate / Directory period (circa 1798–1809)
This superb travel set, consisting of 2 fruit knives from the late 18th century / very early 19th century, is preserved in its extremely rare original protective leather case with a wooden core, silver buttons, and lined interior. A Parisian silverwork of absolute historical accuracy.
This refined set embodies the art of living and the art of cutlery of the aristocracy and the upper middle class during the Consulate and the Empire.
case 21 cm L
knives 20 cm total, including a 10 cm blade
This superb travel set, consisting of 2 fruit knives from the late 18th century / very early 19th century, is preserved in its extremely rare original protective leather case with a wooden core, silver buttons, and lined interior. A Parisian silverwork of absolute historical accuracy.
This refined set embodies the art of living and the art of cutlery of the aristocracy and the upper middle class during the Consulate and the Empire.
- Prestigious Blades: Crafted from solid French silver, they boast a purity and silhouette of timeless elegance.
- Noble Handles: Carved from precious ebony of a deep, satiny black, each handle features a contoured silver escutcheon engraved with a delicate heraldic or family monogram, each unique, as was customary at the time for Monsieur and Madame.
- Hallmark: The famous “Fighting Rooster” flanked by the number 2, officially certifying the 2nd Title Silver of the era (800‰). Second Rooster Hallmark (1809–1819)
- Assay Mark: The "Front View of an Old Man’s Head” inscribed within a round frame with the number 85, which specifically designates the Paris Hallmark Office between June 19, 1798, and August 31, 1809
- Goldsmith’s Hallmark: The initials PB inscribed within a diamond (Parisian master goldsmith and cutler of the period).
case 21 cm L
knives 20 cm total, including a 10 cm blade
380 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Sterling silver
Reference (ID): 1825915
Availability: In stock
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