Superb, Antique English, Sterling Silver, Chased & Pierced Vine Set. 38 Pcs
Chased & Pierced Vine Pattern, Antique English, Sterling Silver Boxed Set For 18 People. Made By George Adams, The Premier Flatware Maker Of The Victorian Period. Handles & Blades Are Sterling Silver And Hallmarked, As Are The Grape Shears & The Sifter Spoon. Set Consists Of 18 Knives 8 1/8". 18 Forks 6 2/3". Grape Shears 7". Sifter Spoon With Pierced Vermeil Bowl 6". London Circa 1872. Box Is Approx. 14.6" x 10.1" x 3" High Chased and Pierced Vine pattern was first produced by the great Victorian silversmith Francis Higgins for the Great Exhibition of 1851 held at the Crystal Palace in London, as is now recognized as one of the most extraordinary silver flatware patterns in the world. Each piece of silver flatware is individually hand-forged, and then very carefully chased, entirely by hand, in the shape of interwoven grapes and vines. This magnificent silver flatware is exceptionally heavy, and brings the height of luxury to your dining-room.
Country of Origin
England
Maker
George Adams
Material
Sterling Silver
Type / Pattern
Chased & Pierced Vine Pattern
Year
1872
Reference #
DHYR38BOX
