The pieces of this exceptional, antique German silver flatware service for six persons have been crafted in an Art Nouveau manner.

The surface of each handle is embellished with a paralleling naturalistic concentric teardrop, conjoining to the upper portion of each stem; this ornamentation continues to the lower portion of each spoon bowl and fork drop.

The anterior surface of each terminal is ornamented with a contemporary engraved stylised initials 'MK'.

This continental flatware service consists of 36 pieces:

Basic Service:

6 Table knives

6 Table forks

6 Table spoons

6 Dessert knives

6 Dessert forks

6 Teaspoons

The hallmarks struck to each component of this antique service consists of:

Maker's mark: Icon for Bruckmann & Söhne (Heilbronn, Germany)

Silver quality/purity mark: 800 (800/1000)

National mark: Crescent moon and crown

This antique flatware service is supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing.

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This German silver flatware service is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The service has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The German hallmarks struck to the reverse of each piece are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive example of antique German silverware.

Table knife 25.2cm/9.9"

Table fork 21cm/8.3"

Table spoon 22.2cm/8.7"

Dessert knife 21cm/8.3"

Dessert fork 18.2cm/7.2"

Teaspoon 14.6cm/5.7"

38.6 troy ounces/1200g (excluding table and dessert knives)