"Roux-marquiand Silversmith Vegetable Soup Tureen In Silver Metal Louis XVI Style"
Silver-plated vegetable dish by Roux-Marquiand, a silversmith from Lyon.Period late 19th early 20th.
Goldsmith's hallmark with the initials R M and a star, under one of the handles.
Very good state.
Length with handles: 34 cm.
Length without handles: 26.5 cm.
Width: 22 cm.
Total height: 22.5 cm.
Weight: 1870 g.
The Roux-Marquiand silversmith is a Lyon house created in 1856, specializing in the art of the table in the Louis XV or Louis XVI style. She essentially worked for the bourgeoisie and the government. Roux-Marquiand is among the last survivors of the place despite two bankruptcy filings.