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RARE FRENCH HEAVY 10" STERLING SILVER CENTER BOWL HENIN FRERES BOIN TABURET 24oz

$ 1478.39

Availability: 50 in stock
  • Shape: 6 Sided Hexagon Bowl
  • Material: Silver
  • Region: France
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Condition: Condition is very fine for its age. Only minimal light signs of use and one very small ding in the flat bottom area which you may not be able to see in the pics as it is so minimal. No Dents or other dings no bends or damage. It does have a Monogram that I cannot read poss MGB. Really good heavy solid piece! High Quality!
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Style: Louis XVI
  • Total Weight: 24 oz - 1.5 Pounds
  • Brand: HENIN FRERES / BOIN TABURET
  • Type: Center Bowl

    Description

    This is an Estate Fresh Antique 950 Sterling Silver Center Bowl from a long time collector of High End Sterling Hollowware.  I have purchased part of a huge collection and will be offering it here over the next several weeks.  This pieces are from all over place including Paris England Germany and here in the US.
    This particular piece is a Rare and Fantastic 1860's Heavy Hexagonal Center Bowl with curve panel sides and a Beautiful Acanthus type of rounded corners, with a
    shaped and undulating outer rim and body
    .
    Marked with the Hallmark of BOIN TABURET
    it was actually made and hallmarked by the master Silversmith Craftsmans Henin Freres of Paris.  It was probably made between 1890 - 1920.   It is in excellent condition as described above.  This piece is a beast at 9.75" in diam at the widest point and 2.5" tall.  It weighs a Pound & a Half, 1.5lbs - or 24 oz or at 28.35g per oz that = 680.4g !   Its Heavy and just beautiful !!    This is
    A Stunning Example of the Elegance and Sophistication of Original French 950 Sterling Silver Traditionally Reserved for the World's Elite. As silversmiths to the Aristocracy of Europe, " Henin Freres " has long been one of France's premier suppliers of fine silver. This piece is skillfully handcraft with the fine workmanship that has made this name a legend. Renowned for its elegant styling and the legendary quality of their products, this is an exemplary testimony to the quality and luxury enjoyed by 19th century French aristocracy. This piece is in extremely good condition bears bears the hallmark of Master French Silversmith "Henin Freres " in addition to the French Government's "Head of the Minerva - 1 " Hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver.
    Please check out my
    item condition description above
    and check out my photos so that you will know exactly what you are buying
    because you are buying it as seen, as is, and as found
    .  Any questions PLEASE ask!   Thanks for looking at my Auctions & Buy it Nows, and PLEASE, check and see the other cool stuff I have listed currently!!
    I
    do not guarantee the age or details of any piece I sell, I am not an expert on age or anything else and can only describe the items to the best of my ability, though I will NOT, knowingly anyway, sell reproductions. My descriptions are solely there to assist buyers finding the items and are not a guaranteed accurate description of the item in all cases. Ultimately the pictures we take serve as my description and it is your decision based on that to decide what you are buying.  If you do need information I have neglected to include, please don't hesitate to ask any questions.
    I'll combine shipping on any items sold, ending on the same day, if possible. I do reserve the right to change the posted delivery service as needed.