{"product_id":"antique-french-800-silver-hatelet-meat-skewer-19th-century-copy","title":"Antique French .800 Silver Hâtelet Meat Skewer | 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming and rather unexpected piece of French culinary history, this antique silver hâtelet, or meat skewer, is a beautiful example of the specialized serving implements once found in elegantly appointed European dining rooms. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally used to secure and present roasted meats, poultry, and decorative garnishes, hâtelets were as much a part of the art of presentation as they were functional utensils. Their slender, tapered forms and distinctive suspension rings reflect an era when even the most practical objects were thoughtfully crafted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example features a long, gracefully tapered shaft, a flattened upper section, and a circular suspension ring. It bears French silver hallmarks, including what appears to be a second-standard Minerva mark indicating .800 silver, along with a diamond-shaped maker’s punch that has not yet been identified. A delicate script inscription along the shaft appears to read “E. Letailleux,” adding another intriguing detail to its history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful curiosity for the modern collector, this antique hâtelet would make a distinctive addition to a collection of French silver, antique culinary implements, or European decorative arts. Display it among treasured serving pieces, incorporate it into a thoughtfully styled kitchen vignette, or simply appreciate it as an unusual conversation piece celebrating the French tradition of gracious entertaining. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent antique condition overall, with surface wear consistent with age and use. A very slight bend is present approximately halfway along the shaft, along with minor roughness at the tapered tip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered as a collectible antique and decorative object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: Antique, 19th century or later\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Silver, believed to be French second-standard .800 fineness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks: Probable Minerva second-standard mark and unidentified diamond-shaped maker’s mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInscription: Script lettering appearing to read “E. Letailleux”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: 9½” long excluding ring; 10¼” overall including ring; approximately ½” at widest point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 19 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart of our thoughtfully curated Silver \u0026amp; Crystal Collection, celebrating the timeless beauty, craftsmanship, and art of gracious entertaining.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wanderlust Brocante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46381841613007,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/7B3FCB55-3641-44FB-81E5-52381347A1D2.jpg?v=1792712473","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/ko\/products\/antique-french-800-silver-hatelet-meat-skewer-19th-century-copy","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}