Ercuis – The silverware of grand hotels and star restaurants
Ercuis is one of the leading silversmiths in France. The Parisian silver manufactory is famous for exclusive silver products in modern designs. Flawless workmanship of cutlery, bowls, trays and table accessories made of silver distinguishes the French traditional company. Silverware from Ercuis belongs to the spearhead of French silversmithing. It was founded in 1867 and is named after the small French village in the Oise region.
Bespoke silverware by Ercuis
The traditional brand Ercuis offers its exceptional service and individual solutions not only to well-known grand hotels and top restaurateurs, but also to the upscale private sector.
For yacht furnishings and exclusive residences, Ercuis is a top brand and covers the entire range of an assortment for the fine dining table. In addition to the tried and tested fine silver cutlery, Ercuis is particularly impressive with platters and etagères in many sizes and shapes, well thought-out service accessories such as place card holders, butter dishes, bread baskets and crumb collectors as well as exceptional home accessories.
We can also supply a vast number of these silverplated accessories with their own individual touch: personalised, gilded or with a logo or crest. On request, Ercuis will design unique custom-made items for you, tailored exactly to your needs.
The beginnings of Ercuis
In 1867, Adrien Céleste Pillon opened a silversmith's shop in the small village of Ercuis in the French department of Oise. The young clergyman's intent was not yet to build an empire of high-end silverware, but to religiously edify his fellow citizens and lay the foundation for an economic future for his hometown. His manufactory produced liturgical objects made of silver until his manufactory went bankrupt four years later.
Ercuis – Silverware for top hotels and restaurants
After its resurrection, the silver manufactory Ercuis concentrated on a new market. Ercuis devoted itself to the production of silver cutlery and other silverware. The grand hotels of the Riviera were soon among the most important customers.
Until the second half of the 20th century, Ercuis silverware was used for dining on numerous cruise ships and on the Orient Express. Today, the elegant, flowing shapes of Ercuis' fine silverware can be found in star hotels, on the tables of top restaurateurs and on board VIP airbuses.
Sterling silver and silver-plated cutlery by Ercuis
Ercuis uses a silver alloy that contains copper and nickel to make the silver harder. The tradition of perfection in craftsmanship has been continued by Ercuis over five generations up to the present day. In the Artedona range, you will find sterling silver cutlery and silverplated cutlery as well as numerous original and exclusive table accessories, picture frames, christening gifts made of silver and bar accessories with the charm of the extraordinary.
