Silver Tea Service In Its Case With Count's Crown

Box containing three pieces in solid silver in the Louis XV style with chiseled rocaille decoration of leafy scrolls, shells and stylized flowers comprising a teapot, a milk jug and a sugar bowl. All the pieces bear the 950 thousandth Minerva's head hallmark and the hallmarks of the master goldsmith GT with a cornucopia and a bee for Gabriel Thurot, Paris, master goldsmith from 1838 to 1852. The set is presented in its original box in rosewood and brass threads monogrammed MS, topped with a count's crown, with its inlaid handles. Interior in the form of velvet and blue silk. This set is in superb condition. The box still has its original key. Very beautiful set from the Louis Philippe period. Gross weight of the 3 pieces 1 kg 973 grs Dimensions of the box: Length: 43.7 cm – Depth: 29.5 cm – Height: 17.3 cm