Friday, March 14, 2014

Florentine by Alvin

There are several patterns named "Florentine". This is Alvin's Florentine pattern that was introduced in 1900. This is a beautiful pattern in the tradition of Alvin. The terminal is graced with scroll work then leaf work follows the edge to the top of the stem. The piercing and decorations on the tines and bowls of the serving pieces are just beautiful. 

 Sugar Spoon ( inches)
Sugar Spoon

Olive Fork ( inches)
Olive Fork

Small Sardine Serving Fork ( inches)
Small Solid Tined Sardine Serving Fork

Pierced Bon Bon Spoon ( inches)
Solid Bon Bon Spoon W/pierced Bowl
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2 comments:

  1. F HodgesOctober 12, 2015 at 7:53 PM

    Codman's "Chantilly" is arguable his more famous design. Cetainly it's more popular. There is also a very early "Florentine" by Wendt which is still readily available to collectors.

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  2. AC WilliamsOctober 21, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    This isn't Codman's Florentine. He designed Gorham's Florentine. I am not sure who designed this for Alvin but it is much more appealing that Codman's "Florentine he designed for Gorham.

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