Six Antique French “Morlot” Horn Handle Knives Silver Collars, Ram’s Foot Design
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:44177 | Composition: Horn, silver and Steel |
| Length: 10 1/8 inches (26 cm) | Maker: Morlot |
| Weight: 12 ½ ounces (354 gr.) | Type: Flatware - Knives |
| Brand: Morlot | Age: 1850-1899 |
Antique French “L. Morlot” Horn Handle Knives Silver Collars, “Ram’s Foot Design”, 6 pcs
This handsome six piece set of French knives with horn handles and silvercollars was created by L. Morlot, as stamped on the blades. Morlot was a cutlerin Paris, rue du Faubourg-du-Roule (today “rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré”), during the second half of the 19th century. The very original handles are in the form of ram's hooves orlegs and the blades are rounded at the end...s, a characteristic of 19th century knives. The color of the natural horn handles variesslightly from piece to piece and, along with the above mentioned silvercollars, lends this ensemble all the elegance expected from the famoustradition of French cutlery. This set of knives is in very good condition withthe exception of stains on the blades due to age and use. Pleaserefer to the detailed photos on this page.
Dimensions Length: 10 1/8 inches (26 cm) Weight: 12 ½ ounces (354 gr.)
Origin and dateFrance, 19th century
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Shipping We combine shipping when possible.Items will be shipped on the first shipping dayafter payment is received. Items in the US are sent via USPS.Items in Paris, France, are sent by registered mail viathe French Post Office or by “Colissimo” for items weighing more than 4 ½pounds (2 kg).Import duties, taxes and charges arenot included in the item price or shipping charge. These charges are thebuyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office todetermine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
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NotePlease remember that you are bidding on an antique orvintage item and all such items will have some signs of wear and tear frompassage through the years, but these marks of history are what distinguishes itfrom the new and gives it patina and charm. We try to describe all items as fully as possible, but it isimpossible to describe every aspect of an object. We give the history of an object to the best of our abilities, but we may make mistakes. Beforebidding, please double check our information using your own reference materialsand don’t hesitate to ask questions, we are happy to reply! Please look at our photos. Return Policy No questions asked return policy. Items must be returnedin 14 business days. Itemmust be returned undamaged, in its original condition and packed, shipped, andinsured in the same manner. Buyer pays return shipping and a 10% restocking fee.M-860
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This handsome six piece set of French knives with horn handles and silvercollars was created by L. Morlot, as stamped on the blades. Morlot was a cutlerin Paris, rue du Faubourg-du-Roule (today “rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré”), during the second half of the 19th century. The very original handles are in the form of ram's hooves orlegs and the blades are rounded at the end...s, a characteristic of 19th century knives. The color of the natural horn handles variesslightly from piece to piece and, along with the above mentioned silvercollars, lends this ensemble all the elegance expected from the famoustradition of French cutlery. This set of knives is in very good condition withthe exception of stains on the blades due to age and use. Pleaserefer to the detailed photos on this page.
Dimensions Length: 10 1/8 inches (26 cm) Weight: 12 ½ ounces (354 gr.)
Origin and dateFrance, 19th century
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Shipping We combine shipping when possible.Items will be shipped on the first shipping dayafter payment is received. Items in the US are sent via USPS.Items in Paris, France, are sent by registered mail viathe French Post Office or by “Colissimo” for items weighing more than 4 ½pounds (2 kg).Import duties, taxes and charges arenot included in the item price or shipping charge. These charges are thebuyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office todetermine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
PaymentPayPal only.Payment must be received within 5 days of end ofauction.
NotePlease remember that you are bidding on an antique orvintage item and all such items will have some signs of wear and tear frompassage through the years, but these marks of history are what distinguishes itfrom the new and gives it patina and charm. We try to describe all items as fully as possible, but it isimpossible to describe every aspect of an object. We give the history of an object to the best of our abilities, but we may make mistakes. Beforebidding, please double check our information using your own reference materialsand don’t hesitate to ask questions, we are happy to reply! Please look at our photos. Return Policy No questions asked return policy. Items must be returnedin 14 business days. Itemmust be returned undamaged, in its original condition and packed, shipped, andinsured in the same manner. Buyer pays return shipping and a 10% restocking fee.M-860
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