Finely Engraved French Silver Fish Knife by Henin & Cie, Belle Époque Period

Name: Finely Engraved French Silver Fish Knife by Henin & Cie, Belle Époque Period
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1169817
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Touch of Time Antiques

Description

A superb French silver fish knife by Henin & Cie, Paris, late 19th to early 20th century. Executed in .950 fine silver, this elegant piece is richly decorated with finely engraved scrolling foliage and floral motifs across the shaped blade. The shell terminal is beautifully cast and crisply detailed, enhancing the sculptural quality of the handle. Stamped with the French Minerva mark (1st standard) and the maker’s mark for Henin & Cie, one of the leading Parisian silversmiths of the period.

Origin: France

Maker: Henin & Cie

Hallmarks: Minerva 1st standard (.950), maker’s mark

Dimensions: L 28.2 cm × W 4.7 cm

Weight: 128.96 g / 4.14 ozt

Condition: Excellent, light surface wear commensurate with age

A striking and highly decorative piece of antique silver, ideal for the collector of fine Continental flatware.

Declaration

Touch of Time Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1169817

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Description

A superb French silver fish knife by Henin & Cie, Paris, late 19th to early 20th century. Executed in .

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950 fine silver, this elegant piece is richly decorated with finely engraved scrolling foliage and floral motifs across the shaped blade.

Touch of Time Antiques

The shell terminal is beautifully cast and crisply detailed, enhancing the sculptural quality of the handle. Stamped with the French Minerva mark (1st standard) and the maker’s mark for Henin & Cie, one of the leading Parisian silversmiths of the period.