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Landers, Frary & Clark Celluloid Ivory Handled Tableware Cutlery – 30 piece Set

$1,300per set
£984.58per set
€1,150.05per set
CA$1,860.93per set
A$1,886.43per set
CHF 1,072.94per set
MX$22,963.13per set
NOK 12,584.59per set
SEK 12,615.34per set
DKK 8,596.62per set

About the Item

From the makers, Landers, Frary & Clark, a set of 30 table knives and forks with carved, ivory colored Celluloid handles, circa 1900-1920. Landers, Frary & Clark was a housewares company established in 1862 and based in New Britain, Connecticut. Many of the company’s items were marketed under the brand Universal. Celluloid, developed in the late 19th century, launched the modern age of man-made plastics. It was used as an inexpensive imitation of ivory. The celluloid handles show a scroll and floral pattern, joined to heavy silver plated blades and forks with ribbed ferrules. The pieces have a good weight. Six each of the following: Dinner knives ~ 9.75 in. L x 1 in. H Luncheon knives ~ 8.5 in. L x .75 in. H Dinner forks ~ 7.75 in. L x 1 in. H Luncheon forks ~ 7.5 in. L x 1 in. H Dessert forks ~ 7.5 in. L x 1 in. H Blades are marked: Universal L F & C Very good antique condition with unpolished patina, as found. All pieces fit tightly into the handles without wobbling.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 30
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition with unpolished patina, as found. All pieces fit tightly into the handles without wobbling.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758231975372

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