English King Vermeil by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Candlestick Set 4pc #9308

English
King by Tiffany Co.



Introduced
by Tiffany Co. in 1885, English King is one of the firm's most
distinguished and enduring sterling silver patterns. Inspired by the elaborate
silver designs popular in France and England during the late eighteenth
century, the pattern reflects the elegance, grandeur, and refined craftsmanship
of the Georgian era.



Characterized
by its rich, intricate ornamentation and classical detailing, English King
beautifully complements a variety of traditional decorative styles, including
Georgian, Colonial, Louis XVI, Sheraton, Chippendale, Adam, and Hepplewhite.
Its lavish design evokes the magnificent dining traditions and formal
entertainments of eighteenth-century European society, bringing timeless
sophistication and a sense of occasion to the modern table.



Designed
by Charles Grosjean (1841–1888)



English
King was designed by Charles Grosjean, one of the most accomplished and
influential silver designers associated with Tiffany Co. during the
nineteenth century. Grosjean
began his career in his family's prestigious silversmithing firm, which
supplied exceptional silverware to prominent New York retailers, including
Tiffany Co. Following his father's death, he joined Tiffany in 1868 as
superintendent of its silver factory.



An
exceptionally gifted artist and master of ornamental design, Grosjean was
celebrated during his lifetime as "one of the best living decorators of
silver." He also served as an instructor at the Tiffany School, sharing
his artistic expertise and
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