Vintage Napoleon Flatware Set for Eight- 65 Pieces

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Rare Art Deco Elegance: Holmes & Edwards "Napoleon" Silverplate (65-Piece Set)

Own a striking piece of American design history. This … Read more Rare Art Deco Elegance: Holmes & Edwards "Napoleon" Silverplate (65-Piece Set)

Own a striking piece of American design history. This comprehensive 65-piece service for eight is rendered in the "Napoleon" pattern, an ultra-rare Art Deco masterpiece from Holmes & Edwards (a premier division of International Silver).

A Design Frozen in Time
Introduced in 1929 and designed by the acclaimed artist Lillian V.M. Helander, the Napoleon pattern is a masterclass in the "spare" Art Deco aesthetic. Unlike the floral flourishes common in the era, Napoleon features bold, masculine lines and a sophisticated architectural silhouette.

Because production coincided with the onset of the Great Depression, this pattern was manufactured for a very brief window, making complete sets exceptionally difficult for collectors to find today.

The Innovation of Silver Inlaid
Holmes & Edwards was renowned for their "Inlaid" silver—a superior plating method where solid sterling silver was fused into the base metal at the points of heaviest wear (the back of the bowl and the handle) before the final plating. This "Sheffield style" technique ensures a durability that far exceeds standard silverplate.

Set Composition (65 Pieces)
This expansive set provides a full service for eight, including the highly sought-after "Viande" style pieces, characterized by their long handles and short tines/blades—the height of 1920s chic.

8 Dinner Knives 5 Viande Knives
1 Master Butter Knife 8 Salad Forks
8 Dinner Forks 6 Viande Forks
8 Soup Spoons 16 Teaspoons
1 Sugar Spoon 5 Serving Spoons

Condition & Specifications
Condition: Good vintage condition. These pieces have been well-maintained over the decades, showing only light signs of usage consistent with age.
Dimensions: Approximately 1ʺW × 9ʺD × 0.25ʺH (Dinner Knife).
Style: Art Deco / Minimalist.

Collector's Note: The inclusion of 11 Viande-style pieces makes this set a particularly significant find for enthusiasts of early 20th-century formal dining. See less