The pattern Richelieu by Tiffany & Co. was patented in 1892.
It was discontinued in 1913, but reactivated in 1952 until later discontinued
again. It is assumed this pattern is named after Louis-Francois-Armond de
Vignerot du Plessis, who invented mayonnaise and the sauce Richelieu is named
after. The pattern features C-scrolls bordering the front and back, with an
inner shell border. Featuring flowers on the handle with a shell at the
tip.
George Paulding Farnham (1859-1927) was born in New York City.
His aunt married Charles T Cook, who assumed presidency of Tiffany after the
death of Charles L Tiffany in 1902. Farnham attended Tiffany school and was
trained by Edward C Moore and Charles Gosjean. He stayed with Tiffany
and eventually became a board member in 1888 and in 1893
was appointed chief designer and head of jewelry later also
assuming the role of artistic director of the silver department as well. His
flatware designs were similar to jewelry designs, very ornate, elaborate, and
in "beaux arts" tradition. He created six full sterling lines for
Tiffany during his time, before leaving Tiffany in 1908.
Gorgeous Dinner size
Richelieu by Tiffany & Co. vermeil (completely gold-washed) sterling
silver Flatware set, 84 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Size Knives, 10 1/4"
12 Dinner Size Forks, 7 1/2"
12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2"
12 Teaspoons, 5 7/8"
12 Place Soup Spoons, 7"
12 Hollow Handle Butter Spreaders,
6"
12 Cocktail Forks, 5 7/8"
Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary.
Excellent condition, with no
monograms. This set will be lightly hand polished prior to shipping.
Stunning!
100% Satisfaction guaranteed!
