Société Prudhomme - Serving utensil (2) - .950 silver - 1920-1930 - Carving set

Société Prudhomme – Art Deco Cutting Set – 950‰ Silver Minerva – France, circa 1930 – Original case Description Elegant French Art Deco dining set comprising a knife and a three-toothed fork, kept in their original case. The handles feature a very handsome geometric Art Deco design, with facets and chevron motifs. The handles are made of 950‰ silver with a Minerva first title hallmark, accompanied by the master hallmark of Société Prudhomme / Stéphane Prudhomme, representing a caduceus between “Sté” and “P.” This Parisian hallmark for goldsmiths has been registered since 1928. The knife blade bears the inscription “PARIS INOX.” The blade and the socket are stainless steel. A very decorative ensemble representative of French goldsmithing of the 1930s. Specifications Goldsmith: Société Prudhomme / Stéphane Prudhomme Origin: Paris, France Period: circa 1930-1940 Style: Art Deco Material: filled 950‰ silver and stainless steel Hallmark: Minerva 1st title Master’s mark: Sté – caduceus – P Length: approximately 30 cm Total gross weight: 170 g Presentation: original antique case Condition Good overall condition for its age, with signs of use, micro-scratches and slight patina consistent with age. The case also shows signs of use and age. Please view the photographs carefully, which are an integral part of the description. Important: the stated weight of 170 g is a gross weight. The handles are hollow-silver (silver-filled); the blade, socket and interior lining are not solid silver.

Estimate:£125.63

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