Chocolate pot - Silver

An elegant French sterling silver (950/1000) chocolate pot (chocolatière) by the legendary silversmith Émile Puiforcat, dating to the late 19th century. Modeled in the classic Louis XVI style, featuring a tapered cylindrical body. The fluted spout is beautifully embellished with a cast laurel garland suspended from a sculpted ribbon bow. The hinged domed lid features a pinecone finial on a foliate rosette, which swivels to open the original central aperture for a chocolate frother (moulinet). Turned precious wood (rosewood/ebony) side handle fitted perpendicularly to the spout. • Hallmarks: ◦ Guarantee mark: French Minerva 1st Standard (950/1000 purity). ◦ Maker's mark: Émile Puiforcat (initials E and P with a pocket knife symbol), registered in Paris, 1857. • Gross Weight: 794 g • Condition: Excellent antique condition. No dents or repairs.

Estimate:£1,172.62

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