Fabulous late 19th century PUIFORCAT French sterling silver 2 persons teapot finely decorated with "godrons" motifs and ornated with a crown, original handle in wood. Crafted from the highest quality silver, it weights 287 grams. The piece is stamped with the French Minerve 950 mark, and maker's mark (initials E.P and a penknife) for famed Parisian silversmith Emile PUIFORCAT, who commenced trading in 1857, rue Chapon, Paris. In very good condition. A small dimple on the top and a scratch near the mint mark. Height : 4.33" (11 cm) - Width with handle : 6.10" (15.50 cm) Base diameter : 2.48" (6.30 cm) - max diameter : 3.74" (9.50 cm)