Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 285

Lot 285

Set of Eighteen French Vermeil Fruit Knives and Eighteen Cheese Knives, Boin-Taburet, Paris, c.1890

Set of Eighteen French Vermeil Fruit Knives and Eighteen Cheese Knives, Boin-Taburet, Paris, c.1890
Lot 285 Details
Set of Eighteen French Vermeil Fruit Knives and Eighteen Cheese Knives, Boin-Taburet, Paris, c.1890

contained in two fitted cases
length 8.3" — 21 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,599
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In modern cases, engraved with a monogram; small separation of a blade from a handle on one cheese knife; minimal pitting on some steel blades; all well marked

LOT 285
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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