"Empire Gravy Boat, Paris 1809-1819, Goldsmith Pierre Bourguignon, Sterling Silver"
Sumptuous Empire period helmet Shape gravy boat in sterling silver with the Paris guarantee hallmark for the period 1809-1819. Executed in the purest Empire style, it wears all the stylistic characteristics (inspired by ancient roman military symbols ) such as its acorn-shaped feet, the decorations with water leaves and laurel and of course: this magnificent head of an eagle, with a very belligerent air, which serves as a handle. Weight 785 grams.