Antique French Silver & Gilt Sauce Ladle in Original Box, Morenne Fils, Bordeaux

A finely crafted antique French silver and gilt sauce ladle, presented in its original fitted box bearing the name Morenne Fils, Bordeaux. The ladle has a warm gilt bowl and an ornately decorated silver handle, creating an elegant contrast of colour and texture. Its compact size makes it suitable for serving sauces, condiments or accompaniments at the dining table.

The surviving fitted presentation box is an important part of the piece. Carefully shaped to hold the ladle and lined with fabric, it adds both visual appeal and collector interest while preserving its connection to Bordeaux, France.

Details

Item: Antique French sauce ladle / condiment ladle
Origin: France
Date / Period: Late 19th to early 20th century
Material: Silver with gilt bowl
Marks: Original presentation box marked “Morenne Fils, Bordeaux”
Decoration: Ornately decorated silver handle with gilt serving bowl
Length: Approximately 15 cm
Weight: 32.1 grams
Presentation Box: Original fitted fabric-lined box

Condition

Very good antique condition with light surface wear and patina consistent with age and careful use. The gilt bowl retains an attractive warm finish. The original presentation box shows age-related wear and storage marks, as expected. Please review all photographs carefully for the full condition of both the ladle and its fitted case.

Historical and Collector Context

Small French silver sauce ladles were used as part of formal table settings for serving sauces, condiments and accompaniments. Original fitted cases are particularly appealing to collectors, as serving pieces were often separated from their boxes over time. The Morenne Fils, Bordeaux inscription gives this example an additional regional French connection and enhances its interest as a collectable piece of antique table silver.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. We are happy to provide further details or images on request.