{"product_id":"19th-century-louis-xvi-style-800-silver-gravy-boat","title":"STUNNING! 19th-Century Hand-Hammered 800 Silver Gravy Boat \u0026 Attached Underplate — Louis XVI Style Repoussé","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional 19th-century hand-hammered and hand-formed 800 silver gravy boat with attached underplate is a remarkable example of Continental silver craftsmanship. The piece is richly decorated in the Louis XVI style, featuring beautifully executed hand-chased repousse garland swags, bows, and raised detailing, all balanced by a warm gold-washed interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underplate is securely attached to the saucier by its original bolt and wing nut, a construction method commonly seen in high-quality 19th-century European silver. The underside is stamped with three Continental hallmarks, including crossed hammers, along with “800” indicating 80% silver purity. While two hallmarks are worn and difficult to fully decipher, the style and marks are most consistent with German or Central European production of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and distinctive statement piece, it presents in excellent antique condition, showing only minor age-related wear appropriate for its history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravy boat height: 6” to top of handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderplate: 8” × 5”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal weight: 308 grams of 800 silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e800 silver — sometimes referred to as continental coin silver — is an alloy of 80% pure silver and 20% copper\/other metals. This composition produces a beautiful sheen, exceptional durability, and crisp detailing in repoussé and chased work. Its enduring value and craftsmanship make pieces like this sought-after additions to fine silver collections\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wanderlust Brocante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44054582198479,"sku":"","price":437.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/3707935B-36E0-4D0B-B594-082A62C0BE8B.jpg?v=1731734690","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/en-it\/products\/19th-century-louis-xvi-style-800-silver-gravy-boat","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}