Set of 8 Christoph Widmann Hildesheimer Rose 835 Silver Cake Forks, Germany

A decorative set of eight vintage German 835 silver cake forks by Christoph Widmann of Pforzheim, made in the well-known Hildesheimer Rose pattern. Each fork is formed with a detailed rose finial, sculpted leaves and an entwined stem handle, complemented by engraved scroll decoration on the fork head. The set has an attractive aged patina and strong collector appeal as an example of early to mid-20th-century German silver tableware.

Details

Item: Set of 8 cake forks
Maker: Christoph Widmann
Origin: Pforzheim, Germany
Date / Period: Early to mid-20th century
Material: 835 silver
Marks: Stamped “835” with Christoph Widmann maker’s mark
Pattern: Hildesheimer Rose / Rose of Hildesheim
Decoration: Cast rose finials, leaves and entwined stems with engraved scroll detailing
Length: Approximately 13 cm each
Total Weight: Approximately 111.2 g

Condition

Very good vintage condition with surface scratches, light tarnish and age-related wear consistent with previous use. The detailed floral decoration remains well defined. Please review the photographs carefully for the individual condition of each fork.

Collector Context

The Hildesheimer Rose pattern takes its name from the historic rose associated with Hildesheim Cathedral in Germany. Christoph Widmann produced a wide range of silver tableware in this recognisable floral design, which remains popular with collectors of German silver and decorative flatware.

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Short Description:

Set of eight vintage Christoph Widmann 835 silver cake forks in the Hildesheimer Rose pattern, with sculpted rose finials and engraved scroll decoration.