TETARD 5pc. FRENCH ART DECO 950 STERLING SILVER TEA SET

The magnificent coffee pot measures approximately 21.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, 19.00 cm. across from the outer edge of the handle to the tip of the spout and weights 662 grams. It is stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.

Edmond Tétard took over the business of the renowned master silversmith Émile Hugo in 1880 and registered his mark in the August of that year giving the workshop address as 4 rue Béranger, north of the Marais in central Paris. He was a talented craftsman and his work soon came to the attention of both clients and his contemporaries. The firm specialized in creating beautiful sets of flatware and other table ware such as coffee and tea sets, candelabra plus decorative trays and urns. All the pieces featured elegant proportions and were finely wrought, many embellished with decorative details and hand engraving. He exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1889 where he was awarded a gold medal for his outstanding designs and fine quality silverware, much of which was influenced by Rococo style. Têtard’s pieces were highly sought after by a discerning clientele and he became a favorite of the French aristocracy. The house reached its peak at the Colonial Exhibition of 1931 where it won 10 medals for their amazing sterling silver and vermeil creations. This magnificent sterling silver tea set in their classic art deco pattern is a stunning example of the quality and craftsmanship for which the firm is internationally known.

The elegant sugar bowl measures approximately 15.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, 14.50 cm. wide to the tips of the  handles and weights 537 grams. It is also stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.

The elegant sugar bowl with the lid removed showing the flawless interior - Total Luxury !! 

The gorgeous teapot measures roughly 18.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, 26.00 cm. from the outer edge of the handle to the tip of the spout and weights an amazing 714 grams. It is also stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.

 With Increased Economic Uncertainty, Original French Art Deco, 950 Sterling Silver Tableware is a Smart, Practical Investment Alternative to be Enjoyed by the Entire Family for Generations, Luxury and Elegance Unparalleled Today !!

The dainty Cream Pitcher stands roughly 9.50 cm. high to the top of the handle, measures approximately 13.50 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the outside of the handle and weights 215 grams.  It also bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères' sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.

The elegant handles on the serving tray !!