Antique French Pearl & Gilt Dessert Set, 20 Pieces

Description

19th century French dessert or pastry service featuring luminous mother of pearl handles with decorative silver mounts and gilt blades and tines. Elegant and refined, the set includes ten knives and ten forks, traditionally used for pastries, desserts, or seafood courses. The softly iridescent pearl handles combined with the warm gilt finish create a classic French table presentation.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, light wear, please buff with a soft cloth to maintain polish, do not use harsh abrasive silver polish.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Mother-of-Pearl, Silverplate

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good, light wear, please buff with a soft cloth to maintain polish, do not use harsh abrasive silver polish.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

0.5 x 6.25 x 0.5 in

Antique French Pearl & Gilt Dessert Set, 20 Pieces

Lot 0838

Estimate $250-$740

Jun 21, 2026, 7:29 PM EDT

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