French Sugar Sifter Master Butter Knife Set Angee Sterling Silver 1840s

Antique French sterling silver set of sugar sifter and master butter knife or spreader, having ornate shanks with figural shell elements and carved handles. Sifter bowl is richly and beautifully pierced. Made by Louis-Isidore Angee, 11 place Dauphine, Paris. c. 1838-1842. These splendid pieces measure: spoon is 7 1/8" long, knife is 7 1/2" long. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.