French silver cutlery service for 12, 137 pieces - Paris, mark of SIECLE

1927 Cutlery, 950/1000 silver, fully hallmarked Paris,, silversmith Siecle.

This striking flatware was published for the first time in 1927 under René Lalique name. After some research, Philippe found that the original design of this model, was dated 1903 and signed by Joseph Hoffmann, the great master of the Viennese Secession. This design illustrates perfectly the style of that era, which will then influence the European and American decorative arts.
including 24 table forks (20 cm), 12 table knives (23 cm), 12 table spoons (20 cm), 12 dessert forks (17 cm), 12 dessert knives (20 cm), 12 dessert spoons (16 cm), 12 fish forks (18 cm) and 12 fish knives (20.5 cm), 12 tea spoons (12 cm), 12 coffee spoons (9.5 cm), and 5 serving utensils. 800/1000 silver, fully hallmarked Paris after 1838, silversmith M. RAY in Paris.
Total weight 7900 g, net weight excluding steel knife blades ca. 6800-6900 g.
Item condition grading: ***** excellent.