Art Nouveau Antique French Sterling Silver Asparagus Server Pierced Flowers

Description

Description
Stunning antique French sterling silver asparagus server pattern with Art Nouveau floral decor. Intricately pierced and finely engraved details adorn the curved blade with a gorgeous motif of tulips and sinuous leaves. The handle features elegant scrolling foliate and rocailles. Monogrammed with interlaced initials LB or BL. In overall good condition with general wear. Measures 9 3/4" length x 3 1/4" wide. Weighs 123.1 grams. Fully hallmarked with the French Minerve 1st standard mark, which depicts the goddess Minerva with a number 1 beside her indicating a silver content of .950/1000 silver (95% pure silver and a higher than .925 sterling). Bearing maker's marks for silversmiths Louis Ravinet & Charles Denfert, active 1891-1912 at 83 rue du Temple, Paris.
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