Gorham Applied Metals Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set 12pc Stork Egret 9 7/8"

A
magnificent, museum-quality set of American Aesthetic Movement silver,
combining sculptural beauty, extraordinary craftsmanship, and historical
significance. An outstanding acquisition for the serious collector of rare
Gorham silver, Victorian decorative arts, or exceptional 19th-century flatware.

Gorham

Extraordinary and exceptionally rare Aesthetic Movement sterling silver dinner knife twelve-piece set by Gorham, marked #20, circa 1880. This set features magnificent three-dimensional applied birds and beautifully acid-etched foliage decoration. This set includes:

12 - Dinner Knives (with blunt silverplate blades), 9 7/8"

The knives are monogrammed, as shown. The blades exhibit minor imperfections consistent with age, while the knives are otherwise in excellent antique condition, retaining beautifully crisp detailing throughout.

These remarkable knives showcase the exceptional artistry and craftsmanship for which Gorham's finest 19th-century silver is celebrated. Each sterling silver handle features an intricately sculpted applied long-necked wading bird, resembling a stork, egret, or heron. The beautifully detailed birds create a striking sculptural effect, complemented by elaborate botanical ornamentation inspired by nature.

The knives feature beautifully acid-etched foliage designs over hand hammered surfaces, adding another layer of decorative artistry to these already extraordinary pieces. The combination of naturalistic bird motifs, dimensional applied elements, and intricate surface decoration exemplifies the finest traditions of the Victorian Aesthetic Movement.

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