An elegant antique French sterling silver fish service or service à poisson, service for twelve with two-piece place settings totaling 24 pieces. The Belle Époque era .950 sterling silver set is decorated with crossed ribbons and fluted bands — a classic and clean design of enduring refinement.
The forks bear a monogram "W" surrounded by a decorative circle on the reverse; the knives bear the same monogram on the front.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950, marked for Lappara & Gabriel (LG), active 1902–1923, at 157 rue du Temple, Paris. The mark used denotes French export/import.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: Paris, France
Period: Belle Époque
Maker: Lappara & Gabriel (LG), active 1902–1923
Material: French sterling silver, .950
Pieces: 24 (12 forks, 12 knives)
Fork length: 7⅛"
Knife length: 8⅞"
Total weight: 1,307 grams / 42 troy ounces
Item ID: 122313d
Condition
Very good. Slight surface scratches in accordance with age and use.
