Twelve French Figural .800 Silver Place Card Holders

Description:

Twelve French Figural .800 Silver Place Card Holders, Paris, early 20th century, Ernest Eschwége, maker, 18th century-style, five with women, three each: men in tricorn hats and putti with flowers, and one with a man holding a spiraled walking stick, ht. to 2 in., approx. 2.9 troy oz.
Estimate $300-500

One with misshapen base (it still stands well). Two with figures pitched forward. One with figure pitched backward. No loss or repairs.


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