French silver Laurels, ribbon, beaded medallions and acanthus leaves decoration. The shell shaped bowl of pierced floral and foliage motifs. Engraved CL troubadour font monogram topped by count's coronet Paris, 19th century, marked PUIFORCAT and "Minerve 1er titre" Dimensions 21,0 cm Medium 79 g Notes Émile PUIFORCAT was the founder, in 1820, of the famous "Maison PUIFORCAT", one of the most prestigious and luxurious goldsmith's firms. Today it remains a legendary company at the forefront of modern goldsmithing