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Biennais Napoleon I Sterling Silver Teaspoon Bearing Louis XVIII Armorial Mark
Item Details
Originally made for Napoleon I by Royal Court Silversmiths, Martin-Guillaume Biennais and Jean-Charles Cahier, after the Emperor’s return from exile, this teaspoon was part of a dinner service of over nine-hundred pieces. After Napoleon’s abdication, the set was passed to Louis XVIII, who ordered his Royal Armorial Bearings be stamped on each piece.
| Items Included | Teaspoon |
| Brand | Biennais |
| Materials | Sterling Silver |
| Maker | Jean-Charles Cahier |
| Marks | Maker’s Mark, Fineness Mark, Personalization |
| Period | Early to Mid-19th Century, Antique |
| Date | 1815 |
| Origin | France |
| Pattern | Consulat |
| Approximate Weight (ozt.) | 1.065 |
| Personalization | Royal Armorial Bearings of Louis XVIII |
| Additional Information | Full set was sold in the early 20th century to Cartier in New York, from which this particular spoon was then purchased in 1938. Original documentation of provenance to validate the historic claims is included with the sale, along with retailer’s box and dust sleeve. |
Condition
- minimal tarnish to spoon; minor markings throughout; negligible impression to bowl of spoon; wear and tearing of lining to original retailer’s box; wear and discoloration to exterior of box.
Dimensions
1.0" W x 0.75" H x 5.5" D
Item #
ITMG877413
