{"product_id":"tetard-christofle-4pc-art-deco-950-sterling-silver-tea-set-plus-serving-tray","title":"Tetard \u0026 Christofle - 4pc Art Deco \"Gatsby Era\" Tetard 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + Christofle Serving Tray, 1920s, Museum Quality","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"Content-Language\" content=\"en-us\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eTetard Freres Christofle antique French 5pc Gatsby era art deco sterling silver tea set\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique 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Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n p.MsoNormal\n\t{margin-top:0in;\n\tmargin-right:0in;\n\tmargin-bottom:8.0pt;\n\tmargin-left:0in;\n\tline-height:115%;\n\tfont-size:12.0pt;\n\tfont-family:\"Calibri\",sans-serif;\n\t}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003c!--Tetard Freres, French silversmith, Art Deco silverware, 950 sterling silver, antique silver tea sets, luxury silverware, Parisian silversmith, Gatsby era silver, Christofle silver, royal patronage silver, Art Deco tea service, vintage silver collection, French antique silver, 1920s silverware, high-end silverware, collectible silver sets, Tetard Freres tea set, European silver makers, French craftsmanship, Art Deco design, antique silver dealers, rare silverware, 1930s silver tea set, French luxury antiques, handcrafted silver, prestigious silver makers, investment-grade silver, museum-quality silver, Jazz Age silverware, elite antique silver--\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect from \nParis: \u003c\/strong\u003eDirect from the birthplace of Art Deco, a truly magnificent 4pc. \noriginal \"Gatsby Era\" French Art Deco sterling silver tea \/ coffee set by one of \nFrance's premier silversmiths \"Tetard Frères\", accompanied with a stunning \nChristofle Art Deco silver-plate serving tray and there are no monograms on any \nof the pieces, circa 1920s. The history of French silversmithing represents a \nremarkable confluence of artistic innovation, technical mastery, and cultural \nrefinement, with Paris serving as the epicenter of this luxurious craft since \nthe 17th century. Among the most distinguished ateliers to emerge from this \ntradition was Tetard Freres, a firm that not only embodied the highest standards \nof French metalwork but also played a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetic \nsensibilities of the early 20th century. Established during the Belle Époque, a \nperiod characterized by unprecedented artistic flourishing, Tetard Freres \ndistinguished itself through an unwavering commitment to excellence, producing \nsilverware that was as much a testament to engineering precision as it was to \ndecorative artistry.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eWhat set Tetard Freres \napart was their ability to seamlessly merge traditional silversmithing \ntechniques with the avant-garde design principles that came to define the Art \nDeco movement. Their work, particularly their 950 sterling silver tea sets, \nexemplifies the sophistication of the interwar period, when luxury objects were \nnot merely functional but served as expressions of modernity, wealth, and \ncultural refinement. These pieces were crafted during what is often referred to \nas the \"Gatsby era,\" a time of opulence and artistic daring, immortalized in \nliterature and design.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eQuality \u0026amp; \nCraftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThe foundation of Tetard Freres in late 19th-century Paris coincided with \na golden age of French decorative arts, a period when silversmithing was \nundergoing a transformation from ornate, historicist designs to more innovative \nand modern forms. The firm’s early work reflected the influence of Napoleon \nIII’s Second Empire style, characterized by rich ornamentation and classical \nmotifs. However, as the 20th century approached, Tetard Freres began to embrace \nmore streamlined aesthetics, anticipating the coming Art Deco revolution.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eCentral to their reputation was their use of 950 sterling silver, an \nalloy composed of 95% pure silver, which was superior to the more common 925 \nstandard. This higher silver content not only enhanced the metal’s natural \nbrilliance but also improved its durability, ensuring that each piece maintained \nits structural integrity over decades of use. The decision to work with such a \npremium material was a deliberate statement of luxury, appealing to an elite \nclientele who demanded nothing less than perfection.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eThe firm’s artisans \nemployed a range of traditional and innovative techniques to achieve their \ndistinctive finishes. Hand-chasing, a meticulous process of refining surface \ndetails with small engraving tools, allowed for intricate patterns that were \nboth precise and expressive. Repoussé work, where silver was shaped from the \nreverse side to create raised designs, added depth and dimensionality to their \npieces. Additionally, Tetard Freres was known for its mastery of hammered \nfinishes, which produced textured surfaces that played with light in dynamic \nways.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eOne of the most remarkable \naspects of Tetard Freres’ craftsmanship was their ability to balance \nornamentation with restraint. Unlike earlier Victorian silver, which often \nfeatured excessive decorative elements, their designs were refined, with \ngeometric accents that emphasized form rather than overwhelming it. This \napproach was particularly evident in their tea and coffee services, where \nergonomic considerations were paramount. Handles were shaped for comfort, spouts \nwere designed for optimal pouring, and lids fit with exact \nprecision—demonstrating that beauty and functionality were inseparable in their \nphilosophy.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eAwards and Accolades:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThe excellence of Tetard Freres was formally recognized through numerous \nawards at international exhibitions, which served as the premier platforms for \nartisans to showcase their work. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmong \ntheir most notable achievements was their participation in the 1900 Exposition \nUniverselle in Paris, a monumental event that celebrated the pinnacle of global \ncraftsmanship. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHere, Tetard Freres was \nawarded prestigious medals, cementing their status as leaders in their field. \nSuch accolades were not merely ceremonial; they had tangible commercial \nbenefits, attracting wealthy patrons and securing commissions from aristocratic \nfamilies across Europe.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eServing European \nRoyalty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eBeyond official recognition, Tetard Freres enjoyed the patronage of \nroyalty and high society. The firm’s silverware graced the tables of European \nnobility, who valued both its aesthetic refinement and its technical \nsuperiority. This elite clientele included members of the French aristocracy, as \nwell as wealthy industrialists and financiers who sought to emulate aristocratic \ntastes. The firm’s ability to cater to such discerning buyers was a testament to \ntheir adaptability, as they produced both traditional ceremonial silver and \ncutting-edge Art Deco designs depending on the preferences of their patrons.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eCollaboration with \nChristofle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003ePerhaps the most significant endorsement of their craftsmanship came \nthrough their collaboration with Christofle, the legendary French silversmith \nthat held the official title \"Silversmith to the King.\" Christofle’s reputation \nwas unparalleled, having supplied silver to Napoleon III, King Louis-Philippe, \nand other European monarchs. The partnership between Tetard Freres and \nChristofle was mutually beneficial: Tetard Freres gained access to exclusive \ndesigns and advanced production techniques, while Christofle expanded its \nportfolio with innovative Art Deco pieces. This alliance further solidified \nTetard Freres’ standing as one of the most prestigious silversmiths of their \nera.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eTetard \u0026amp; the Art Deco \nMovement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThe 1920s and 1930s marked a dramatic shift in decorative arts, as the \nflowing, organic lines of Art Nouveau gave way to the bold, geometric forms of \nArt Deco. This new style, which took its name from the 1925 Exposition \nInternationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, was characterized by \nsymmetry, streamlined shapes, and a fascination with modernity. Tetard Freres \nwas at the forefront of this movement, producing silverware that perfectly \nencapsulated the luxury and dynamism of the Jazz Age.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eTheir designs from this period were heavily influenced by Cubism and \nFuturism, with sharp angles, stepped forms, and rhythmic patterns that evoked \nthe speed and energy of the machine age. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike \nthe heavy, ornate silver of the Victorian era, Tetard Freres’ Art Deco pieces \nwere light, sleek, and visually striking. This aesthetic was particularly \nwell-suited to tea and coffee services, which became centerpieces of social \ngatherings during the Roaring Twenties.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eThe cultural context of \nthis era, often referred to as the \"Gatsby era\" after F. Scott Fitzgerald’s \niconic novel, was one of unprecedented opulence and social transformation. The \nwealthy elite of Europe and America embraced a new kind of luxury, one that \ncelebrated modernity rather than tradition. Tetard Freres’ silverware became a \nsymbol of this shift, with their 950 sterling silver tea sets serving as status \nsymbols in high-society homes. These pieces were not merely functional objects \nbut works of art, designed to impress guests and reflect the owner’s \nsophistication.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eTetard’s Art Deco Tea \nSets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e Among \nTetard Freres’ most celebrated creations were their Art Deco tea sets in 950 \nsterling silver, which remain highly sought after by collectors today. These \nsets were masterclasses in design harmony, with each component - teapot, cream \njug, sugar bowl, and tray - exhibiting a cohesive visual language.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \n \u003c\/span\u003eWhat made these tea sets truly exceptional was their material quality. \nThe use of 950 silver ensured a radiant sheen that was noticeably brighter than \nstandard sterling silver, while also providing greater resistance to tarnishing. \nThis attention to detail extended to the interior finishes, where smooth, \npolished surfaces ensured easy cleaning and maintenance.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \n  \u003c\/span\u003eToday, Tetard Freres’ Art Deco tea sets are coveted by collectors and \nmuseums alike. Their rarity, combined with their historical significance, makes \nthem investment-grade pieces, often fetching high prices at auction. They are \nnot merely antiques but enduring symbols of an era when craftsmanship and design \nreached unparalleled heights.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eThe Tetard Legacy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThough Tetard Freres is no longer active, their influence persists in the \nworld of luxury silverware. Contemporary firms such as Christofle, Puiforcat, \nand Ercuis continue to draw inspiration from their designs, particularly their \nbalance of geometric precision and functional elegance.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eTheir legacy is also preserved in museums and private collections, where \ntheir pieces are displayed as exemplars of early 20th-century design. \nExhibitions on Art Deco and French decorative arts frequently feature Tetard \nFreres’ work, underscoring their importance in the history of silversmithing.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eFor collectors, owning a Tetard Freres piece is akin to possessing a \nfragment of history - a tangible connection to the glamour and innovation of the \nGatsby era. Their tea sets, in particular, stand as monuments to a time when \nluxury was defined by artistry as much as by opulence.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eTetard Freres remains one \nof the most illustrious names in French silversmithing, a firm whose work \ntranscended mere functionality to become art in its own right. Their mastery of \n950 sterling silver, their embrace of Art Deco principles, and their prestigious \nroyal and aristocratic patronage all contributed to a legacy that endures to \nthis day.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eTheir Art Deco tea sets \nrepresent the pinnacle of their craft - objects that are as visually striking as \nthey are impeccably made. These pieces continue to captivate collectors, serving \nas enduring symbols of an era when French luxury reigned supreme.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eIn the annals of decorative arts, Tetard Freres occupies a place of \nhonor, their name synonymous with elegance, innovation, and uncompromising \nquality. For those who appreciate the finest expressions of silversmithing, \ntheir work remains a timeless testament to the art of luxury.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eSet Composition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThis amazing 4-piece 950 sterling silver art deco tea set, with \naccompanying Christofle silver-plate serving tray, exemplifies the quality and \ncraftsmanship for which the firm was internationally known. The Set is in \nexcellent condition including the Christofle serving tray with no wearing of the \nsilver-plate, not even on the underside. There are no monograms on any of the \npieces. The teapot, coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream pitcher bears the Tetard \nFrères sterling silver Manufacturer's hallmark in addition to the French \nGovernment's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark. The Christofle silver-plate serving \ntray is stamped \"Christofle France\" on the underside of each of the handles. \nEach piece comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003eThe luxurious coffee pot \nmeasures approximately 23.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, 18.00 cm. across \nfrom the outer edge of the handle to the tip of the spout and weights 681 grams.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThe elegant sugar bowl with gold plated interior (vermeil) measures \napproximately 14.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, 15.00 cm. wide to the tips \nof the handles and weights 470 grams. The stunning teapot measures roughly 19.00 \ncm. high to the top of the lid, 24.00 cm. from the outer edge of the handle to \nthe tip of the spout and weights an amazing 763 grams.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e \n\u003c\/span\u003eThe dainty Cream Pitcher with gold plated (vermeil) interior stands \nroughly 10.50 cm. high to the top of the handle, measures approximately 12.50 \ncm. across from the tip of the spout to the outside of the handle and weights \n217 grams.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun:yes\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe elegant Christofle \nserving tray is silver-plate and measures a whopping 58 cm. in length to the \ntips of the handles, 41 cm. across and weights roughly 3,067 grams. You can’t go \nwrong buying quality.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 100%; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style='font-family:\"Arial\",sans-serif'\u003e\u003co:p\u003e \u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Estate-Sterling.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42849391608027,"sku":"TetardTea-180122","price":16377.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/1348\/2715\/products\/418W7pRHPqL.jpg?v=1652635474","url":"https:\/\/www.onlinesilver.store\/en-ca\/products\/tetard-christofle-4pc-art-deco-950-sterling-silver-tea-set-plus-serving-tray","provider":"Estate-Sterling.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}