"Tête-à-tête" tea service in the authentic case
"Tête-à-tête" tea service in the authentic case
France, Paris
1819-1838
Silversmith: Durand F.
Silver,leather (case), fabric (case); stamping, chasing, matting, gilding
Maker's mark; Paris guarantee marks for 1819-1838
The silver-gilt service consists of eleven pieces: a tray, a teapot, a sugar bowl, a creamer, sugar tongs, two cups, two saucers, and two spoons. Each item is decorated with floral patterns set against matted background. The service is housed in its authentic case, covered with green leather, featuring the monogram "MC" under Imperial crown.
2548MC738&3114-3123/ДПИ