Antiques, Jewelry, & Sterling
Wed, Sep 24, 2025 03:00PM EDT
Lot 223
(66pc) Puiforcat "Chantaco" Silver Plated Flatware Set
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $250 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $2,000 | $100 |
| $4,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
| $500,000 | $10,000 |
Set includes:
(12) 9 1/4" Knives
(8) 7 1/2" Knives
(12) Dinner Forks
(8) Salad Forks
(8) Fish Knives
(8) Teaspoons
(10) Butter Knives
With (6) Original Flatware Storage Wraps
Condition: Very Good with evidence of light use. Some of the pieces are still in their original sealed plastic bags. Strong mirror finish. Very light scratches and tarnishing with spotting consistent with age. No monograms.
The Puiforcat “Chantaco” silver-plated flatware set is an elegant Art Deco collection crafted by the prestigious French silversmith Jean Puiforcat, first introduced in 1924 and still produced today. Characterized by its clean lines, geometric fluting, and balanced proportions, the design reflects Puiforcat’s modernist aesthetic and commitment to craftsmanship. Each piece is silver-plated over a solid base metal and finished by hand in France, offering timeless style and exceptional quality suitable for both formal dining and everyday use. All pieces are impressed with the maker mark and "Puifcorcat France."
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