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Thursday, August 11, 2011

{1862 Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon 'Filet Violon'}

This is probably the oldest piece that I do have at my Zen Cart powered on line boutique: Mariette's Back to Basics, 1862 French Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon 'Filet Violon' a very rare and perfect Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon from 1862 in the Filet Violon pattern. Also you can find the same antique Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon at the French Ministère de la Culture. Scroll down to number 26 for about the same piece with mention that it is from the 2nd half of the 19th century. These designs are still from Charles Christofle, hence the C C hallmark with his initials (see the closeup on this antique sifter spoon all the way down). Poor Charles died at the age of 58, only 5 years after Emperor Napoleon III appointed Charles Christofle official purveyor to the court. You can read about the Charles Christofle A Visionary. By the way, this 'Filet' pattern is still available from Christofle in a new style, that also looks like the old 'Violon' violin shape. See the Christofle Chinon. See link further down below...
The beautifully pierced French Christofle sugar sifter spoon, together with some of my private collection.
The center one is an antique French one that is gilded.
In the back you see a silver muffineer.
Here the 1862 Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon is turned upside down.
You also see my tennis tea cup & saucer set from Royal Albert Princess Anne which is available from Replacements Ltd.
Beautiful piercing!
The one upside down is similar at the handle, like the Christofle Sugar Sifter Spoon I got... Just saved this from an old Southern Accents magazine. How I MISS this classy magazine...
Meanwhile I am the lucky owner of the hardcover book: The Epicurean Collector: Exploring the World of Culinary Antiques by Patrick Dunne from Luculluss Antiques in New Orleans, who did write this book together with the Editors of Southern Accents. This photo is on page 42. Available at amazon.
Showing you the details and our blueberries from July 11, in a Royal Doulton English Rose bowl, also available at Replacements Ltd.
The present 'Chinon' cutlery by Christofle pattern looks similar too!
The Charles Christofle hallmark in this 1862 Sugar Sifter Spoon 'Filet Violon'
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21 comments:

  1. Johanna GehrleinAugust 11, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    Hello Mariette,
    your silver catched my eyes right in the morning. Magnificant photos of beautiful silverware and lovely china. The sugar spoons are all very nice but as you surely thought, the muffineer are really interesting for me. Is it English? Very nice item. And your tennis set is unbelievanle inviting with the powdered waffle. Hmmmmmmm! Now I would lofe to have it.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  2. AnnaAugust 11, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    Ciao mariette, che servizi belli e raffinati ci fai vedere...è una gioia per gli occhi!!!! Grazie!! Un abbraccio,Anna.

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  3. Anna at the Doll HouseAugust 11, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Hello Mariette

    Thank you for a post after my own heart. My sugar sifter spoons are all English and are just perfect to have at this time of the year when servicng soft fruits

    Anna

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  4. Magia da InêsAugust 11, 2011 at 4:59 AM

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    Beijos.
    Brasil

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  5. loryAugust 11, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    che eleganza!!!!!!! degna di un re !!!!!!!!!!!!! è tutto bellissimo e raffinato...un abbraccio lory

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  6. It's meAugust 11, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Wowwwwww...neem je dit ook allemaal mee???...hahahahah!!...liefs van mij.....xxx...

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  7. theromanticroseAugust 11, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Adorabili questi cucchiaini e queste deliziose vignette che hai saputo preparare!Baci,Rosetta

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  8. Dies und Das vom NeckarstrandAugust 11, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Liebe Mariette,
    ich nehme Platz an Deinem Tisch und betrachte all die Kostbarkeiten ganz aus der Nähe.
    Wieder herrlich Fotos.
    Liebe Grüße schickt Dir
    Irmi

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  9. Dies und Das vom NeckarstrandAugust 11, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Liebe Mariette,
    ich nehme Platz an Deinem Tisch und betrachte all die Kostbarkeiten ganz aus der Nähe.
    Wieder herrlich Fotos.
    Liebe Grüße schickt Dir
    Irmi

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  10. Barbara F.August 11, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Love these pieces, Mariette, that darling tea cup and snack (scone?) set is beautiful. Those spoons are beautiful. I wish I had some of those blueberries for breakfast. xo

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  11. Rozen van papierAugust 11, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Looks very chique Mariette, beautiful!

    Regards janny

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  12. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresAugust 11, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Absolutely beautiful. I never even knew there was such a thing as a sugar sifter spoon. :) Hope your day is great. Best wishes, Tammy

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  13. Savannah GrannyAugust 11, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Mariette, this just so lovely. The sugar lifter is so beautifully detailed. Love your tennis set. I love anything Royal Doulton. Thanks for sharing. The tea and tiny waffles look so refreshing. Stay cool. Blessings, Ginger

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  14. IngeAugust 11, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Je maakt er prachtige composities van!

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  15. Modern Country LadyAugust 11, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    mmmmmm that looks delicious!! And I see you love a nicely set ntable with silverware as much as I do!
    Thank you so much for all your help and advice, I don't know what I would do without you!!
    XXX
    Bea

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  16. Michiko JohnsonAugust 11, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Dear Mariette,
    A beautiful silverware those spoons are just gorgeous that I never know until today the sugar sifter spoon
    is very interesting,we don't used the sugar in green tea:-)
    So glad you found out name of your roses.
    Enjoy your day,
    Michiko

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  17. CatherineAugust 11, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    All of your spoons are so pretty Mariette! No one puts such workmanship in their crafts anymore. It's kind of sad really.

    Beautiful!
    xo Catherine

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  18. LúciaAugust 11, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    I've never seen silverware with so many details, beautiful pieces! Nice photo production too!
    I have to admit, that waffle looks delicious, especially with a cup of tea. :)
    Have a wonderful Friday Mariette!

    P.S.: Thanks for your kind words!

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  19. Sarah KlassenAugust 12, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    This is exactly one of the reasons I enjoy visiting your blog. It is a feast for the eyes, but also, for the mind. I always learn a little something—which I am so grateful for. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Mariette, and your expertise :)

    As for this spoon, it is beautiful!

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  20. TexWisGirlAugust 12, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    wow - how ornate! and old! :)

    thank you for finding my blog and leaving such wonderful comments! i really appreciate it, and knowing a bit of you and your husband's history. SO glad you have found a home here in the US, even with your choice of travels and locations. :) May God continue to bless you both!

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  21. ZaaOctober 3, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    WOW Mariette...This is truly a gorgeous piece.. You've followed up with such fabulous pictures... It would definitely make a wonderful gift ..for me ( ha Ha)... I've got it on my list...ENJOY your day...HUGS

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