For sale is an exquisite Portuguese silver cutlery set, designed for a full table of twelve people and housed in its original case. This splendid assortment, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, showcases the craftsmanship of the era with its intricate low relief decorations. Each piece bears the Portuguese hallmark for the period of 1900-1913 and the esteemed ‘Moderna’ guarantee mark, indicating its authenticity and quality.
The entire set weighs approximately 5,569 grams and is composed of a diverse range of utensils: twelve each of soup spoons, dinner forks, dinner knives, fish forks, fish knives, dessert spoons, and dessert forks. Additionally, the collection includes singular pieces such as a sugar bowl spoon, a sugar shell spoon, a coffee spoon, a soup ladle, a rice spoon, ice tongs, a fish serving fork, a meat fork, and two serving knives.
Originally valued in 1983 by Casa Liquidadora Leiria & Nascimento, Lda in Lisbon, this 133-piece set is a touchstone of Portuguese heritage. While it has been lovingly used, evidencing minor signs of wear and a need for slight restoration in some knives, as well as the replacement of a drawer handle and refurbishment of the box’s interior lining, its historical allure remains undiminished.
Taking into account its condition, age, and the natural patina that adds to its antique charm, the set is now available for less than half of its converted 1983 valuation of €6822. It represents not only a functional dining service but also a piece of Portuguese history, perfect for collectors and connoisseurs alike
