This glorious art nouveau pattern was introduced by Alvin in 1902. Alvin is now a sub-division of Gorham. (But do not confuse this pattern with Gorham's Raphael pattern, which is a totally different pattern.)
Alvin's Raphael is described as a lady draped in sheer cloth. Her long hair flows around her down the piece of silver. Different floral designs including orchids, iris, and other flowers make each piece a little unique. For example, on the tongs she is standing under a daffodil with orchids on the pinchers.
Sugar Spoon (6 inches)
Orange Spoon (5 7/8 inches)
Tomato Server (8 1/4 inches)
Oyster Fork (5 5/8 inches)
Small Cucumber Server (6 3/8 inches)
Small Cold Meat Serving Fork (7 3/4 inches)
Gravy Ladle (7 1/2 inches)
Preserve Spoon (7 3/8 inches)
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