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)
Olive Fork ( inches)
Small Sardine Serving Fork ( inches)
Pierced Bon Bon Spoon ( inches)
Friday, March 14, 2014
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Candle Snuffer
The Candle Snuffer is another piece that can be found in most patterns.
French Provencial by Towle (7 3/8 inches)
Melrose by Gorham (9 7/8 inches)
Clinton by Kirk Stieff (10 1/2 inches)
Chippendale by Lunt (9 1/4 inches)
French Provencial by Towle (7 3/8 inches)
Melrose by Gorham (9 7/8 inches)
Clinton by Kirk Stieff (10 1/2 inches)
Chippendale by Lunt (9 1/4 inches)
Monday, March 10, 2014
Corn Butterer
The Corn Butterer is a unique piece that does exactly what it is called. The end that holds the butter is usually made of silver plate with the handle being made of sterling.
Repousse by Kirk Stieff ( 5 3/8 inches)
Tara by Reed and Barton ( 5 1/8 inches)
Love Disarmed by Reed and Barton ( 5 1/8 inches)
Joan of Arc by International (5 3/8 inches)
Repousse by Kirk Stieff ( 5 3/8 inches)
Tara by Reed and Barton ( 5 1/8 inches)
Love Disarmed by Reed and Barton ( 5 1/8 inches)
Joan of Arc by International (5 3/8 inches)