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Me Hubert Deloute - Amiens- Compiègne

75 - CHRISTOFLE – ‘EMPIRE’ model (GRATEBOESSE).
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Estimate €300 - €500
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Description
CHRISTOFLE – ‘EMPIRE’ model (GRATEBOESSE). Set of 12 silver-plated fish cutlery sets (12 forks and 12 knives/spoons, making 24 pieces in total). Handles feature a neoclassical design of palmettes and water leaves, finishing with godrons and knobs. Include lozenges embellished with scrolls and small flowers; the interior of the lozenges features the so-called “gratteboessé” finish. Blades feature an incised decoration of dolphins. The prongs are decorated with incised intertwined scrolls. Hallmarks of the silversmith’s workshop: (“CC” and scales), used between 1844 and 1935 (handles and blades) Signatures in full: “CHRISTOFLE” L: 19.5 and 22.5 cm. In 2 anti-tarnish pouches and a black leather-lined case for 12 serving knives. The lid of the case bears the initials “PR” (shows signs of wear) Case dimensions: H: 4.3 cm. L: 24 cm. D: 17 cm. Produced over a period of approximately five years, between 1908 and 1913, this is a rare model in the company’s catalogue. The technique known as ‘gratteboessé’ was intended to create a matt finish within each diamond pattern. However, this model did not achieve the expected success and was therefore replaced by the ‘Malmaison’ model (which is still in production today).
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About the sale Live only: auction of silverware and goldsmith’s work, at 10.00 (lots 1 to 99) and 14.00 (lots 104 to the end)
Auction location
Auction time 09/06/2026 at 10:00 AM
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