code: wb3923
American sterling silver fish serving set in the Moresque pattern by Johann Rudolph Wendt of New York City, c.1873, having an ornate, period script monogram on the front of the handle: MHC.
Both of these fabulous servers have engraved Aesthetic designs and fish on the bowls and tines.
The serving fork is 9 1/8" long and weighs 103 grams.
The cut work fish knife is 12" long and weighs 131 grams.
The total weight of the set is 234 grams or 7.5 ozs. Troy.
The set was retailed by James Allan of Charleston South Carolina.
Monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing.
The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.
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