A breathtaking piece of Victorian table history — a complete 6-piece carving and fish serving set in its original fitted presentation case, dated February 3, 1881 and retailed by G. Knauth of New York.
✦ Six pieces: large carving knife & fork, secondary carving set, fish slice & fish fork
✦ Genuine stag horn handles with ornate silver-plate chased collars
✦ Fish slice features stunning pierced Gothic tracery spine and engraved bird/botanical blade
✦ Original fitted gold velvet oval case with copper silk lid lining
✦ G. Knauth New York retailer label intact in lid
✦ Date inscription legible: February 3, 1881
✦ Patent mark stamped on fork bolster
Condition: Age-appropriate wear. Case silk shows stress and age. Pieces remain structurally sound and display beautifully.
A genuine Gilded Age heirloom — gorgeous displayed open in a cabinet or styled on a Victorian-inspired table.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​