"Auch, Cutlery, Silver, Shell Nets, 18th Century"
Silver cutlery, shell net model, by master goldsmith Jean I Affre, 18th century period. Jean I Affre is the son of a goldsmith (Etienne Affre). He was received in Toulouse for Auch on July 1, 1754. Hallmarked with the small and large hallmark of the silversmith as subscriber. Weight 176g Condition, good, in its original juice, traces of use. Rare town, first in the jurisdiction of Toulouse then Bayonne after 1775. Other pieces from Auch for sale.