ODIOT and HENIN - Lot 289

ODIOT and HENIN Vermeil (gold-plated silver) ice service, known as the “Napoleon” model, for 18 guests. It includes 18 scoops/spoons and 2 serving pieces (for a total of 20 pieces). The handles and scoops are decorated with foliage, fruit, fleurons, and palmettes on an amati background. Lightly embossed decoration featuring a blank coat of arms and a caduceus with Hermes’ hat on the backs of the scoops, and cornucopias laden with fruit on the fronts. Chiseled decorative motifs on the handles and spoon bowls. Minerva hallmarks, 1st title. Hallmarks of the silversmith’s workshop: HENIN & Cie, established in 1896. Length/weight of individual scoops and spoons: 14.3 cm / 494.8 grams. Length/weight of serving lid: 25.5 and 29.1 cm / 251.2 grams. Total weight of the set: 746 grams. Set presented in its original box, marketed by the Beaumont company in Lyon and bearing the "GP" monogram (shows signs of use). Box dimensions: H: 5 cm. L: 43 cm. D: 33 cm. Micro-scratches and normal wear on the vermeil.