French Utensil to Hold a Roast Leg, Sterling Silver, Late XIX Century.

Authentic rarity as far as cutlery is concerned. It is an element for holding a roast leg to avoid touching it with your fingers. Made of solid sterling silver, in perfect state of preservation and presented in a case in good condition, although with some rubbing on the edges that verify its use. The bony part of the animal's limb is inserted into the utensil, which is also provided with a tightening screw to facilitate its fastening. The handle is decorated with vegetal motifs and at the same time shows a rosette with the initials of the original owner, with the letters "M" and "B". The lid of the case, with a wine-red finish, is discreetly decorated at the top and bottom edges with golden filigree and its reverse is lined with silk. The cover also rests on a silk lining with beautiful undulations. Weight of the cutlery: 137 grs. Box measures: 25 cm (length), 11 cm (depth) and 5 cm (height).