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Albany Flatware by Frances Higgins

Victorian Albany Pattern Silver Flatware Service for Twelve
Francis Higgins & Son
Hallmarked London, 1901

This exceptional 232-piece Victorian silver flatware service for twelve was crafted by Francis Higgins & Son. The set embodies the meticulous artistry and technical refinement characteristic of London silver at the turn of the 20th century. The Albany pattern, celebrated for its elegance and attention to detail, makes this service a remarkable example of tableware produced for the wealthiest clientele. Complete with its original wooden box with the Garrard & Co. label for the Crown Jewelers.

The Albany pattern features a tapering fan-shaped handle terminal, fluted decoration and a ball motif at the end. The interplay of curves and angles highlights the technical skill required to create a harmonious and visually engaging design across such an extensive service.

Francis Higgins & Son were esteemed Victorian silversmiths, renowned for their inventive designs and flawless execution. Their silver flatware was prized by royalty and leading retailers alike, cementing their reputation as masters of functional artistry and enduring elegance.

The complete service includes:
36 table knives
36 table forks
18 tablespoons
12 fish knives
12 fish forks
12 dessert knives
12 dessert forks
12 dessert spoons
12 cheese knives
12 dessert knives
12 mocha coffee spoons
12 teaspoons
6 egg spoons
6 salt spoons
4-piece carving set
4 sauce ladles
1 pair of butter knives
1 pair sugar tongs
2 sugar nips
1 pair of fish servers
1 pair basting spoons
1 pair salad servers
1 crumb scoop
1 pair of asparagus servers
1 soup ladle
Victorian Albany Pattern Silver Flatware Service for Twelve
Francis Higgins & Son
Hallmarked London, 1901

This exceptional 232-piece Victorian silver flatware service for twelve was crafted by Francis Higgins & Son. The set embodies the meticulous artistry and technical refinement characteristic of London silver at the turn of the 20th century. The Albany pattern, celebrated for its elegance and attention to detail, makes this service a remarkable example of tableware produced for the wealthiest clientele. Complete with its original wooden box with the Garrard & Co. label for the Crown Jewelers.

The Albany pattern features a tapering fan-shaped handle terminal, fluted decoration and a ball motif at the end. The interplay of curves and angles highlights the technical skill required to create a harmonious and visually engaging design across such an extensive service.

Francis Higgins & Son were esteemed Victorian silversmiths, renowned for their inventive designs and flawless execution. Their silver flatware was prized by royalty and leading retailers alike, cementing their reputation as masters of functional artistry and enduring elegance.

The complete service includes:
36 table knives
36 table forks
18 tablespoons
12 fish knives
12 fish forks
12 dessert knives
12 dessert forks
12 dessert spoons
12 cheese knives
12 dessert knives
12 mocha coffee spoons
12 teaspoons
6 egg spoons
6 salt spoons
4-piece carving set
4 sauce ladles
1 pair of butter knives
1 pair sugar tongs
2 sugar nips
1 pair of fish servers
1 pair basting spoons
1 pair salad servers
1 crumb scoop
1 pair of asparagus servers
1 soup ladle
$13,597.50

Original: $38,850.00

-65%
Albany Flatware by Frances Higgins

$38,850.00

$13,597.50

Description

Victorian Albany Pattern Silver Flatware Service for Twelve
Francis Higgins & Son
Hallmarked London, 1901

This exceptional 232-piece Victorian silver flatware service for twelve was crafted by Francis Higgins & Son. The set embodies the meticulous artistry and technical refinement characteristic of London silver at the turn of the 20th century. The Albany pattern, celebrated for its elegance and attention to detail, makes this service a remarkable example of tableware produced for the wealthiest clientele. Complete with its original wooden box with the Garrard & Co. label for the Crown Jewelers.

The Albany pattern features a tapering fan-shaped handle terminal, fluted decoration and a ball motif at the end. The interplay of curves and angles highlights the technical skill required to create a harmonious and visually engaging design across such an extensive service.

Francis Higgins & Son were esteemed Victorian silversmiths, renowned for their inventive designs and flawless execution. Their silver flatware was prized by royalty and leading retailers alike, cementing their reputation as masters of functional artistry and enduring elegance.

The complete service includes:
36 table knives
36 table forks
18 tablespoons
12 fish knives
12 fish forks
12 dessert knives
12 dessert forks
12 dessert spoons
12 cheese knives
12 dessert knives
12 mocha coffee spoons
12 teaspoons
6 egg spoons
6 salt spoons
4-piece carving set
4 sauce ladles
1 pair of butter knives
1 pair sugar tongs
2 sugar nips
1 pair of fish servers
1 pair basting spoons
1 pair salad servers
1 crumb scoop
1 pair of asparagus servers
1 soup ladle
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