Meat clamp, Silver, Leg of lamb holder, 1900s France
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Ham or Lamb Bone Holder, in French this is called “manche a gigot”. It will hold the bone while carving a leg of lamb or ham so that your hands stay clean. The silver handle is beautifully ornated with Rococo - Art Nouveau floral scroll, rocaille pattern.
There are a few tiny dents and faint dimples to the silver handle. The metal part is pre-stainless steel and shows age related wear. The joint is tight and firm.
Made in the late 1800’s to very early 1900’s, the Art Nouveau period was relatively short, which makes art nouveau pieces rarer to find. Such a wonderful table antique to add to your collection.