A set of six German teaspoons in solid 800 silver, crafted in the distinctive Ostfriesen pattern and presented in their original fitted box.
The Ostfriesen pattern is characterised by its elongated form and finely worked ornamental decoration. Symmetrical foliate scrollwork runs along each handle, framed by precise linear borders that create an almost woven, textile-like effect. The decoration is intricate without being overly elaborate, revealing itself through the movement and reflection of the silver.
The pattern has a long association with North German silver craftsmanship and traditional tea culture, where finely decorated spoons formed part of the formal table setting. These examples bear an arrow-form maker's mark associated with Robbe & Berking production prior to 1964, together with the German crescent moon and crown hallmark and 800 silver mark.
The spoons remain together in their original satin-lined presentation box, bearing the retailer inscription Uhrenfachgeschäft A. Boyens K.G.
Details
Maker: Robbe & Berking
Pattern: Ostfriesen
Origin: Germany
Period: Mid-20th century
Material: Solid 800 silver
Quantity: Set of 6 spoons
Length: 12 cm each
Presentation: Original fitted presentation box
Marks
German crescent moon & crown hallmark
800 silver purity mark
Arrow-form maker's mark associated with Robbe & Berking
Condition
Very good vintage condition. The spoons retain their natural silver patina with light surface wear consistent with age and use. The engraved decoration remains crisp and well defined. The original presentation box is also preserved, with signs of age appropriate to its vintage character.
A set of six German teaspoons in solid 800 silver, crafted in the distinctive Ostfriesen pattern and presented in their original fitted box.
The Ostfriesen pattern is characterised by its elongated form and finely worked ornamental decoration. Symmetrical foliate scrollwork runs along each handle, framed by precise linear borders that create an almost woven, textile-like effect. The decoration is intricate without being overly elaborate, revealing itself through the movement and reflection of the silver.
The pattern has a long association with North German silver craftsmanship and traditional tea culture, where finely decorated spoons formed part of the formal table setting. These examples bear an arrow-form maker's mark associated with Robbe & Berking production prior to 1964, together with the German crescent moon and crown hallmark and 800 silver mark.
The spoons remain together in their original satin-lined presentation box, bearing the retailer inscription Uhrenfachgeschäft A. Boyens K.G.
Details
Maker: Robbe & Berking
Pattern: Ostfriesen
Origin: Germany
Period: Mid-20th century
Material: Solid 800 silver
Quantity: Set of 6 spoons
Length: 12 cm each
Presentation: Original fitted presentation box
Marks
German crescent moon & crown hallmark
800 silver purity mark
Arrow-form maker's mark associated with Robbe & Berking
Condition
Very good vintage condition. The spoons retain their natural silver patina with light surface wear consistent with age and use. The engraved decoration remains crisp and well defined. The original presentation box is also preserved, with signs of age appropriate to its vintage character.