A French Silver Écuelle and Dessert Service, Mark of Emile Delaire

(active in Paris, 1882-1920), (13) pieces including: a large écuelle for serving (LOA 12.75 in.); a set of (12) dessert plates (8.25 in.). Each marked for first standard silver (.950) and made for export, the domed cover of the bowl with bold artichoke finial, all with finely hand-worked floral and rocaille decoration in the Rococo style, the cover with possible monogram removal.

146 total troy oz.

Minor denting and light scratching to the dessert plates; minor dent to cover of serving bowl.

$3,000 - 6,000