"Silver Sauce Boat Empire With Old Man Hallmark 925 Grams"
Impressive Empire-Style Silver Gravy Boat – Vieillard Hallmark
Discover this superb solid silver gravy boat, a remarkable piece of silverware featuring the Vieillard 1st title hallmark (1819-1838) and crafted in the Empire style (1804-1815), known for its clean lines and sophisticated ornamentation. Created by master silversmith Louis Legay at La Grosserie, located at 79 Quai de l'Horloge, this piece exemplifies the elegance of the Empire period.
Features and Ornamental Details:
The gravy boat rests on a fixed oval base, supported by clawed feet adorned with winged motifs, symbols of strength and nobility that are hallmarks of the Empire style.
A water leaf frieze surrounds the border of the tray and the top of the gravy boat, while an interlaced garland elegantly decorates its foot.
Its majestic handle, shaped as a cornucopia, is adorned with a sculpted swan whose long neck gracefully curves to pinch the edge of the gravy boat, adding a unique touch.
This striking contrast between the bright silver and the matte details highlights the finesse of the craftsmanship and the excellence of the era.
Dimensions:
Height: 22.5 cm
Length: 27 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Weight: 925 grams
Hallmarks:
Vieillard Hallmark (1st title, 1819-1838)
Silversmith’s Mark: Louis Legay
Inscription Date: 1810, with documentation available in the Archives de la Garantie in Paris (Place of Inscription No. 16) and referenced in the Almanach Azur from 1817 to 1822.
This rare gravy boat is a perfect addition for any collector of fine silver or antique Empire-style pieces.
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