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French Silver Flatware, designed by Jean E. Puiforcat, Puiforcat, Paris, circa 1935
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Normandie pattern, engraved with Art Deco monogram CEM, comprising:
eleven dessert knives
twelve fish forks
eight butter spreaders
twelve pastry forks
twelve dessert spoons
twelve bouillon spoons
eleven coffee spoons
twelve demitasse spoons
two serving spoons
two serving forks
94 pieces - silver
Condition
good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The plated version of this pattern engraved CGT, as used on board the Normandie liner, is illustrated by Françoise de Bonneville, Puiforcat, p. 247.