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6 CHRISTOFLE Antique Silver VASES, RARE Examples Each is Breathtakingly Beautiful & represents an Original creation by the Christofle Workshop in Paris in Silver. Each different with the Inspiration & Design from both the Art Nouveau Period & the Art DEco Period, C. 1930. Please, click on the smaller photo to see a larger photo for more Details. The workmanship of the Silversmith with the Art Decol Style and Japanese influence is unmistakenly seen in the Dragonfly Vase and demonstrates the high level of Quality this famous Parisian Firm of Silversmiths was capable of producing. Handmade and on Exhibit in the Christofle Museum, Paris. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scratches. See item# 190376829777 $270 for a Reproduction. |
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Vienna Secessionist 15pc BEAKFAST EGG SERVICE, Circa 1898
Extraordinary & Breathtakingly Beautiful Breakfast Service for 6 persons, Original & Complete including the Presentation Centerpiece, 6 Egg Cups, 6 Egg Spoons, 1 Crystal Salt Dish & 1 Crystal Pepper Dish in outstandingly beautiful Quality of Gilded Silver plate and fully Hallmarked, see Photos. Handmade and still in near pristine condition the WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scratches. Plesse look at the Design and Secessionist influence in theTimeless Design, the Boldness of its Simplicity.Dimensions : See Photos |
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TIFFANY & Co. New York 6 Antique Sterling & Gold Espresso Coffee Spoons Extraordinary Service of 6 solid heavy Sterling Silver with 24 carat Gold Gilt SPOONS by Renowned Jewelers & Silversmiths, TIFFANY & Co. New York. This Original, Genuine Boxed Service was Handmade by Tiffany to the Highest Standards and remains in remarkably fine Condtition. See Photos for more Details and Description. DETAILS: * 4 1/2 inches long * Together they weigh a hefty 5.5 ounces of solid Sterling Silver (almost one ounce per Spoon) * Bamboo Pattern which is Rare * Hallmarked: with"T&Co" and "Sterling" See Photos * Spoons need to be polished Gently because of Gold * Packed in original Tiffany & Co display box (box alittle worn and scuffed condition but intact enough to protect the spoons while being stored). CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Price on Request Click here for more info |
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Antique English Art Deco Silver SUGAR SHAKER, Circa 1930 Rare An unusual, Rare Sugar Dispenser or Shaker Handmade in England Circa 1930 and from the Art Deco Period. See the larger Photo for more Details and Description. This timeless masterpiece is both Beautiful in ints conception, pure and simple form and timeless in its Design. Having witnessed recently the Shuttle launch I cannot help thinking how forsightful the designer was with this Shaker. CONDITION, QUALITY, DETAIL and WORKMANSHIP are Outstandingly Beautiful. Price on Request |
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Antique French Silver Wine Taster, by OLIER & CARON, PARIS A Magnificent & Rare example by sought after Paris Silversmiths, OLIER & CARON with Workshop at 89, rue Turbigo, Paris in the 3rd Arrondisement who reached their Fame in the Napoléon III Period. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Dimensions: 7,9cm without Handle and 10,5cm with Handle. Very heavy gauge French .950 quality Silver, approx. 80 grams and Finer than English Sterling. One Examines hundreds of Wine Tasters to ever find one like this. The Design and Form are Classic with discreet adjustments. The Bubbles are large and small with Waves on opposite Side. The Handle is a 'Work of Art' in itself depicting 2 Serpents from Chinese Mytholgy protecting the 'Sacred Pear'. The Photos give some indication of the Gauge & Quality of this Tastevin. Fully & clearly Hallmarked with French Silver Hallmarks both for the Fench Control, being the French Minerve #1 and the Silversmith Halllmarks. |
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19th Century Oil on Canvas by LECOMTE, Paul (1877-1950) An Original Oil on Canvas by an important deceased French Artist, LECOMTE, PAUL. Signed bottom right. See Larger Photo for more Details and Description. Acquired by me in Paris in 1995 and has been in my Private Collection ever since. DIMENSIONS of Canvas: 15" x 17 1/2" & the Custom Frame: 21" x 24”. The Artist captures an important part of this small French Provincial Town with its Church and the Open Market Area with stone work being done which would have been very common in that Period. Details are incredible, considering the size of the Painting. Lecomte captures the early morning blue Provincial Sky before the sun rises. CONDITION, QUALITY, DETAIL and WORKMANSHIP are Beautiful and it was professionally cleaned by an Expert in Loches, France after I purchased it. Ready to be Hung & Enjoyed. |
1825 London Large SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND, very RARE About 200 years old is this Solid English Sterling SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND made by Benjamin Smith a much sought after London Silversmtih who worked with Paul Storr, Phillip Rundell, Rundell Bridge & was a Royal Silversmith making many Silver pieces for George IV now in the Brighton Pavilion. This Stand is Uniquely Decorated with a French Gadrooned Border and bears a wonderful Heraldic Crest of a Leopard holding a Rat in its mouth. It is clearly & fully Hallmarked with 5 English Silver Hallmarks & Dated 1825. Dimensions: 5 9/16 inches in Diameter. The Silver Detail is lovely and finely Handmade, heavy Gauge of Silver weighing approx. 142 grams, or 5 oz.. CONDITION and QUALITY are excellent and every Collector knows how Rare it is find A Georgian Wine Funnel Stand in this Condition & Quality made by an illustrious & important 18th Century English Silversmith.. |
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Extraordinary 4pc Centerpiece by PUIFORCAT Paris, Circa 1896
Superb & Breathtakingly Beautiful Centerpiece in the finest of French .950 quality Silver with 3 Original Baccarat Crystal Dishes as inserts from the Puiforact Workshop in Paris, XIXth Century. Style is Louis XVI and notice should be made of the outstanding work, design & quality of the Silversmith decorating the outsdide walls of the Centerpiece. Fully & clearly Hallmrked both with the Minerve #1 & the Silversmith. Please, click on the smaller photo to see a larger photo for more Details. Handmade and still in near pristine condition the WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scratches, tiny flea bites to the Crystal & a split, really nothing, in the wood.. Dimensions : 4,8 x 14,5 x 28,7 cms- Weight of just the Centerpiece without the Crystal, 326 grams & Total Weight 4 pcs, 1188 grams. |
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3 Superb VASES by CHRISTOFLE, Paris Rarest Examples Each is Breathtakingly Beautiful & represents an Original creation by the Christofle Workshop in Paris in Silver. Each different with the Inspiration & Design from the Art DEco Period, C. 1930. Please, click on the smaller photo to see a larger photo for more Details. The workmanship of the Silversmith with the Art Decol Style and Japanese influence is unmistakenly seen in the Dragonfly Vase and demonstrates the high level of Quality this famous Parisian Firm of Silversmiths was capable of producing. Handmade and on Exhibit in the Christofle Museum, Paris. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scratches. See item# 190376829777 $270 for a Reproduction. |
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Western INDIAN by JARVIS, John Brent (b.1941) American An Original Watercolor, Gouche of a Western Indian carrying a Winchester standing outside his encampment in Winter. Signed & Dated bottom right: 'John Jarvis, 1982'. See Larger Photo for more Details and Description. Acquired by me from a Collector in 1985 and has been in my Private Collection ever since. Dimensions of Painting, 8 1/2" x 14" & the Custom Frame: 16 3/4 x 20". The Detail of the Indian is extraordinary. CONDITION, QUALITY, DETAIL and WORKMANSHIP are Outstandingly Beautiful. Price on Request |
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Antique CAMEO set in a Period Rose Gold Mount as BROOCH XIXth C. Antique Rose Gold Mounted CAMEO as a Brooch. Hand crafted, this remarkable Cameo has retained it fantastic original Patina. Please Note the outstandingly beautiful Detail of the Sculpture, the Face. He looks Alive! Wonderfully Mounted with Safety Chain. Dated 1817. See the larger Photos for more Details. Use is as a piece of Jewelry, a Decorative Sculpture or simply as a Work of Art and enjoy it every time you see it or, wear it. Price on Request |
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XXth Century Oil Painting by Saint Marc Moutillet (1911-1951) French |
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Antique GALLÉ VASE, Signed 'Gallé', Circa 1930 Paris, France'
Exquisitely beautiful Antique Large French Gallé Vase decorated with Flowers in Pastel Colors. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply Outstanding with no nicks, chips, cracks & only normal but careful useage wear. Dimensions: 31.0 cm or 12" High and 9.5 cm Diameter of the Top Opening. SEE eBay item #250574369848 in France for a smaller Vase @ $1,200. |
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Oil Painting of a Beach Scene Signed: W.M. Chase. 02 |
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6 French Antique French Sterling GOBLETS/Beakers, Boxed This Rare Set of 6 Boxed Goblets were Handmade Circa 1870, Napoléon III in the finest French SILVER and in the 'Empire' style decorated with the most intricate Silver work with crossed Ribbons & each is Hallmarked with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling). The 6 Goblets weigh approx. 50 grams and are 4,0 cm Tall. Condition, Quality, Workmanship are simply Outstanding with the Condition near Pristine. |
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177 pc Antique CHRISTOFLE 'Shell' Dinner Service with Display Case BREATHTAKING, Rare 177pc Dinner Service Handmade in Paris by CHRISTOFLE, Modèle Clément Marot. one of the world's most respected Silversmiths. This Service was made when Quality & Workmanship was the Rule. Each piece was Handcrafted and bears the French Christofle Silver Hallmarks. This Service consists of 12 Dinner Knives 9.75", 12 Dinner Forks 8 1/8", 12 Dinner Spoons 8", As this is an European Service, all of the Pieces are considerably Heavier, Larger & Longer than American Dinner Services. See Photos for CONTENTS. CONDITION, in near pristine condition, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. I purchased this Dinner Service from an Estate in Cannes, France more than 12 years ago. This is an Heirloom! |
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RARE Antique 19th Century Christofle Wine & Ice BUCKET Royal Family FABULOUS Rare Antique French Quadruple Plated Silver Wine & Ice Bucket which has a 'Royal Crest' or Emblem engraqved on the front. Known as a Raffraichissoir from the Célèbre Orfèvre Parisian Silversmith, CHRISTOFLE. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Excellent considering its Age and Use. Dimensions: about 6" High. HALLMARKED 6 times including Numbered, with Early 'Christofle' Marks on the bottom of the Bucket. The Timeless Design is the most sought after by Christofle. COMPARE with other eBay examples selling for considerably more and not as Rare. |
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4 Antique French Champagne, Wine + Ice BUCKETS, 1900's
4 French Antique Champagne, Wine together with matching Ice Buckets made in France by different Silversmiths, CHRISTOFLE, ERCUIS AND APOLLO. Please note the different Handles on each and the slight difference in Shape and Design. Each is in excellent Condition and equally the Quality and Workmanship of each is outstanding. They Stand approx. 8 inches High with about 7 1/2 inches wide at the Top. |
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4 French Antique Silver Wine Tasters, Boxed, Circa 1950 RARE An exceptional, RARE Presentation BOXED Set of 4 small Silver Wine Tasters, undoubedly a Special Private Order. Each Wine Taster has 2 French Silver Hallmarks including the Paris Silversmith, Deschamps Frères, 16, rue des Quatre-Fils, Paris, 3rd Arrondisement. Reference is the Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfèvrerie which shows this Silversmith as having the 'Tête de Coq' as his Hallmark, which is on each of the 4 Wine Tasters. Unique is the double Finger Ring. Each Handmade Wine Taster is held by means of a wonderfully strong double Finger Ring and Thumb Rest. 2 Hallmarks clearly struck are on each Taster, see Photos.Struck. Dimensions, etc. are seen in the Larger Photo, by clicking on the Photo to the Left.CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding, considering its Age and its Use. |
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'Timbale' or Large Goblet French Silver C.1930 Very Rare Example An Extraordinary, LARGE Timbale, Goblet. Beaker or Cup made by the 2 most illustrious Paris Silver Firms, CHRISTOFLE and CARDEILHAC. Fantastic for both Wine & Alcohols. Hand made in the finest massive French .950 quality Silver & Designed in the simplest form setting the GOBLET (Timbale in French) on a stepped Pedestal Base. Rare early French Silver Hallmarks for the Silversmiths which dates this to C. 1930. This Timbale is Heavy weighing about 95g. (3oz) + DIMENSIONS: 9cm high.. Hallmarked with French Silver Control Hallmark, Minerve #1 and that of both Silversmiths, CHRISTOFLE and CARDEILHAC. Please look at my Description on the larger photo. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional considering its Age and Use. Please, don't overlook this Goblet. |
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12 TABLE BELLS, 19th Century SILVER, CRYSTAL, PORCELAIN 12 OUTSTANDING and Rare Collection of Antique TABLE BELLS in various materials, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Crystal, French Sevres Porcelain Napoléon III with Gold vermeil Bronze, Christofle etc. etc. Quite practical as it can be used as a Table Bell used as a 'Call' to the Table, even with children instead of yelling. Used as a Decoration and table conversation. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY of each is excellent. The photos show some Tarnish which is quite normal and can be easily cleaned with a Silver Glove. Dimensions:approx. 6" Tall, sizes vary. Click small Photo. |
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Exceptional, RARE French Chateau ARMOIRE Circa XVIIIth Century Large, imposing & magnificent ARMOIRE from a French Chateau in the Loire Valley, France. It is so large that it is difficult to photograph properly. The Cornish on top and the one on the bottom above the Feet are Rare to find on later Armoires. Note the size of the Ball Feet, the Hand forged metal work and the size of the Hinges which hold the Doors. I will send more photos to anyone interested. Click on small photo on left for larger photo. Completely restored by Fench Ebenistes respecting the age and quality of this Work of Art. Dimensions: 107 inches High x 70 inches Wide. SEE eBay for a comparison, item #130344362527. Price on Request |
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Pair French Silver & Baccarat Crystal SALT CELLARS Circa 1870 with 2 French .950 Quality Spoons, RARE |
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LADIES Art Deco WATCH, Paris France Circa 1930 Timeless, Elegant, Precious French Ladies Wrist Watch (Stem Wind) with its Original Movement and original Bracelet. Inset with Diamonds & Colored Stones including the original Cabachon Saphire Stem Wind. I purchased it for myself in Paris more than 15 years ago and wore it infrequently. The Case is beautifully Engraved on both Sides. Signed 'PATHE' an Horloger in Paris, on the Face. The Face has no cracks or damage but there is a 'mark' see PHotos. Dimensions: Bracelet 6 1/2" Long. CASE is 5/8" Wide from Saphire Stem & 1" Long. Comes with the Box from a Jeweler in Tours France. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional and in good working order. $429 |
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Antique CHRISTOFLE - Swiss ART DECO Desk or Table CLOCK Art Deco style Desk or Table CLOCK by Christofle, Paris. Swiss Quartz Movement encased in a beautifully plated Silver Case & Gilded with 22 carat Gold and which is suspended by a bar mounted on 2 Silver plated posts. Face is signed 'Christofle, Paris + Swiss Made' and THE Base is Engraved 'Christofle' + 3 Silver Christofle Hallmarks. Dimensions: 5" Wide x 3" High. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Excellent. PRICE on Request |
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Antique CARRIAGE CLOCK, Repeater with Enamel side Panels - Exceptional & RARE
This large, Important & very Rare REPEATER was made in France Circa 1870, during the Napoléon III Period. Bronze with Bevelled Crystal and very heavy, has 2 Signed & Hand painted Enamel side Panels decorated with Harem Girls and each Enamel panel is signed by the Artist 'Simonnet'. Both Enamel Paintings are in perfect condition which is Rare and the Paintings are each of exceptional Quality. Click for larger photos showing a better description. Dimensions: 6.25" high x 4.5" wide. I have just had the Movement completely gone over by a French 'Horloger' Watchmaker. Movement is engraved with a 5 point Star with the initials AB and numbered 18 below the Star. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional, considering Age. Also called, 'Pendule Officier'. SEE item #300284076933 which is smaller, no comparison @ $4,000. |
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XIXth Century Oil Painting, Henri PAILLER (1876-1954) - French |
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CUBAN CIGAR HUMIDOR or 'Cave à Cigar' Circa 1975 This Cuban Cigar Box or Cigar Humidor was constructed out of Philipine or African Mahogany Wood which is quite durable. The workmanship of the Ebeniste who handmade this Humidor is unsurpassed in Quality both inside and out. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. The removable Shelf permits the storage of Cigars in various Sizes & Gauges and is designed to permit Humidty to pass from the Top to the Bottom. 15.75" Wide x 8 1/2" Tall. Locks & comes with 2 lovely Keys. The Humidor has Handles on each side which are inset into the Sides of the Box so they are flat when closed. This Humidor is quite lovely and is much more substantial in person. SEE larger photo for more Description. PRICE on Request |
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19th Century French Bronze DISH, by Max Le Verrier, 1891-1973 A lovely Signed example by a well known and sought after Paris Sculptor, Max Le Verrier who was born in Paris France in 1891. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Dimensions: 11,0 cm in Diameter, this Dish which can be used anywhere, was Handmade in heavy gauge French Bronze. The Artist used the AQUARIUS Sign in the Zodiac for the Theme of this Dish. Aquarius is January 21 through February 20th. The Detail is extraordinary, with the Dish resting on 3 discreet legs. The 'Face' is outstanding. Hallmarked on the bottom, Signed by the Sculptor, M. LeVerrier. PRICE on Request |
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19th Century Wine GOBLET, 'Timbale' Massive Silver C.1864, RARE An Extraordinary, Large Wine GOBLET, Beaker, Timbale or Cup made by the sought after Paris Silversmith, Roussel-Doutre, Eugène. Used both for Wine & Alcohols. Hand made in the finest French .950 quality in heavy gauge massive Silver. The 'Tulip' Shape is both unusual and Rare and the outstanding Quality of the work of the Silversmith is quickly evident. Rare early French Silver Hallmarks for the Silversmiths which dates this to C. 1864. Unlike the principal purpose of the Wine Taster, the Timbale is the forerunner of the Wine Goblet or Glass. When you hold a Timbale, it is fantastic in the hand and because it is Silver, it keeps the ambient temperature of the wine and is very, very practical as well as being more Decorative than Reidel wine glasses. Consider the cost of 1 crystal Reidel Bordeaux glass. This Timbale is Heavy weighing about 85g. (3oz) + DIMENSIONS: 8,50cm High.. Hallmarked with French Silver Control Hallmark, Minerve #1 on the outside just below the Rim and that of the Silversmith. Please look at my Description on the larger Photo. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional considering its Age and Use. |
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IMPORTANT French Sterling Silver Wine Taster, by TÉTARD inset with Sterling Medal by ANDRIEU (1763-1822) Dated 1817 A lovely, unusual Wine Taster Handmade in the finest .950 French solid Silver, a Rare example by a very well known and much sought after Paris France Silversmith, Tétard, whose Workshop was located at 4, rue Béranger in the 3rd Paris Arrondisement quite near the equally famous Silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert. One finds hundreds of wine tasters and only one like this one. The Bowl has an inset French solid Silver Medallion in Hallmarked .950 Sterling signed by a leading French SCULPTOR & GRAVEUR, 'Jean-Bertrand ANDRIEU (1763-1822)' who was a member of the Académie Royale from 1788 to 1791. He is also in the Musée de la Monnaie à Paris and prominently described in the Bénézit Dictionnaire Peintres et Sculpteurs. Engraved is a Portrait of Henry IV. Hallmarks Include the French Minerve Head N°1 (950/1000) indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling 925/1000), the Silversmith TÉTARD and by the Sculptor, ANDRIEU. Please note the Exceptionally sculpted Serpent Handle which has its very detailed Head, resting on the Rim of the Bowl. |
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PONCET, Antoine (French) 20th Century STONE SCULPTURE, |
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19th Century French Silver Wine Taster, by COIGNET, C. 1893 A Magnificent & Rare example by a well known and sought after Paris Silversmith, Louis COIGNET who became Maître Orfèvre in 1893. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Dimensions: 3" Diameter x 1 1/8" Deep x 4 1/4" Long from thumb rest to end of Bowl. Very heavy gauge French .950 quality Silver, approx. 83 grams. One Examines hundreds of Wine Tasters just to find one like this. The Design and Form are Classic with discreet adjustments. The Bubbles are larger, the Waves are deeper, the Finger Ring is massive and the Size is Large. There are 3 French Silver Hallmarks both for the Fench Control, being the French Minerve #1 and the Silversmith Halllmarks. |
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2 ART DECO French Silver CHAMPAGNE or WINE BUCKETS by CHRISTOFLE & ERCUIS, Circa 1930 Paris France 2 remarkably beautiful and Handmade Silver Champagne or Wine Buckets made by 2 of the most sought after Silversmiths in Paris, CHRISTOFLE & ERCUIS. Dimensions etc. are found on the larger photo found by clicking on the photo to the left. One finds examples of these Buckets however, I dare say they are not in this condition. Each is fully Hallmarked. |
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RARE French Sterling Silver Wine Taster, by Ravinet d'Enfert inset with Sterling Plaque by Marcel RENARD, Napoléon III A remarkably beautiful, handmade, finest .950 French solid Silver Wine Taster, a Rare example by a very well known and much sought after Paris France Silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert, whose Workshop was located at 83, rue du Temple in the 3rd Paris Arrondisement. Very heavy gauge French .950 quality Silver, approx. 75 grams. One finds hundreds of wine tasters and only one like this one. The Bowl has an inset French Silver Medallion in Hallmarked .950 Sterling signed by a leading French Artist, 'Marcel Renard'. Along with Dropsy, RENARD is regarded as one of the finest Medallists in Europe. His Bronze Medals sell for Hundred's of Dollars. Hallmarks Include the French Minerve Head N°1 (950/1000) indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling 925/1000), the Silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert and by Marcel RENARD. |
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2 English Sterling SALT CELLARS with Crystal Liners, Dated 1918 Extraordinary Pair of Handmade SALTS in massive heavy gauge .925 English Sterling Silver by Silversmiths, B & T in their Birmingham Workshops. Each has its original Blue Baccarat Crystal Liners. Unsurpassed in Quality and Detail these SALTS are both Practical & Decorative. One of the Blue Baccarat Liners has a tiny pinhead chip. DIMENSIONS: Each is approx. 60mm high, 74mm long and 49mm deep and each Weighs approx. 57 grams just in Silver with the overall weight being approx. 325 grams, about 11 oz. Please note the pierced decoration making this Pair a Decorative, Practical as well as Table Conversation Pieces. Rare to find a pair with oval shaped Original Liners. |
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177 pc Antique CHRISTOFLE 'Shell' Dinner Service with Display Case BREATHTAKING, Rare 177pc Dinner Service Handmade in Paris by CHRISTOFLE. one of the world's most respected Silversmiths. This Service was made when Quality & Workmanship was the Rule. Each piece was Handcrafted and bears the French Christofle Silver Hallmarks. This Service consists of 12 Dinner Knives 9.75", 12 Dinner Forks 8 1/8", 12 Dinner Spoons 8", As this is an European Service, all of the Pieces are considerably Heavier, Larger & Longer than American Dinner Services. See Photos for CONTENTS. More Rare than Marly. CONDITION, in near pristine condition, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. I purchased this Dinner Service from an Estate in Cannes, France more than 12 years ago. This is an Heirloom! |
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CHRISTOFLE Silver Cork Saver for Dom Perignon, Paris An incredibly beautiful, heavy, ingenious and practical way to Save the Cork of that Special Bottle of Champagne which recalls wonderful memories. The workmanship of the Silversmith demonstrates the Quality this famous Parisian Firm of Silversmiths was capable of producing. Handmade, with its Dom Perignon Pouch also comes with the Original Christofle Presentation Box for the Purchaser. What a fantastic Birthday or Anniversary Gift. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scraches. |
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CIGAR Etui or Double Cigar Case by CHRISTOFLE, Paris Circa 1975 An outstandingly beautiful, heavy and practical double Cigar Case in French .950 Sterling Silver with inlaid Chinese Lacquer from the Christofle 'America' Collection. ETUI à CIGARE DOUBLE CHRISTOFLE. The workmanship of the Silversmith with the inlaid Chinese Lacquer demonstrates the Quality this famous Parisian Firm of Silversmiths was capable of producing. Handmade for 2 large Cigars with the Dimensions 5.75 inches (14,5 cm) Long x l. 5 cm wide. Closes tightly. I have the Original Christofle Presentation Box for the Purchaser. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional with only minor surface scraches. |
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Wine Bottle COASTER by MAPPIN & WEBB, Sterling 1982 Extraordinary WINE BOTTLE HOLDER or Coaster for either Wine Bottles or Decanters or Claret Jugs. Handmade in massive heavy gauge .925 Sterling Silver by world famous London England Silversmiths, MAPPIN & WEBB in their Oxford Street Workshops. Inset is an Handmade and turned English Oak Base designed to catch spills and keep the Bottle or Decanter Dry. Unsurpassed in Quality and Detail this Coaster is both Practical & Decorative. DIMENSIONS: It is 5 1/2" in Diameter and stands 1 3/4" Tall and it Weighs 156.9 grams - well over 5 troy oz. This Artwork in Sterling Silver is Decorative, Practical as well as a Table Conversation Piece. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY - Simply Unbelievable! |
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Pair of NAPKIN RINGS by 'HERMES, Paris' Enamel on Bronze Lovely Pair of Handmade heavy NAPKIN RINGS by world famous Parisian Jeweller, 'HERMES' & made in their Paris France Workshops C. 1975 with the Enameling done in Austria, long time recognized for its superior enamels. Multicolor Enamel on Bronze creates a Springtime Floral Design which is Timeless. Unsurpassed in Quality and Detail these Napkin Rings are both Practical & Decorative. DIMENSIONS: About 2" in Long and weigh approx. 86g. |
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19th Century French Silver Wine Taster, by BOULENGER, C. 1890 A Magnificent & Rare example by a well known and sought after Paris Silversmith, Adolphe BOULENGER. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Dimensions: 3.5" Diameter x 1 1/8" Deep x 4 3/8" Long from thumb rest to end of Bowl. Very heavy gauge French .950 quality Silver, approx. 115 grams. One finds hundreds of wine tasters for one like this. The Design and Form are Classic with discreet adjustments. The Bubbles are larger, the Waves are deeper, the Finger Ring is massive and the Size is Large. Although there is a Date 1910, I believe that this was added later. There are 4 French Silver Hallmarks, 2 French Minerve #1 and 2 Silversmith halllmarks. The Silvermsmith Hallmark in the pHoto is on the Thumb Rest. SEE my SILVER for other Boulenger Examples. |
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CLARET JUG, Wine Decanter ART NOUVEAU, Circa 1880 Breathtakingly beautiful Anitque Art Nouveau Wine Decanter or Claret Jug with original vibrant Art Nouveau colors. This Claret Jug was made in Vienna, Austria and fits perfectly into one of Mucha's paintings. Dimensions are 12 inches High. The Stopper, the Handle and the Body are each individually hand decorated and in near pristine condition. The CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY overall are exceptional with no mineral deposits and the Stopper is original and is also beautifully decorated in Green and White Enamel on the Top and is not chipped at all. Please look carefully at the artistic workmanship both in the Paingings and the Enamel work. The floating Cherubs look so very real as they float above a golden 24ct gold cloud with Tulips, Leaves and Lilies of the Valley. Note the Art Nouveau design around the bottom of the Decanter. Truly an unique, remarkable Work of Art as well as an anachronism. |
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'Anachronism' CIGAR BOX or 'Cave à Cigar' Period Napoléon III Circa 1850-1870 A work of Art, a magnificent Napoleon III Cigar Box or Cigar Humidor with overall inlaid Oriental decoration in semi-precious stones, mother of pearl on 4 Sides and constructed out of Ebony wood. The workmanship of the Ebeniste who handmade this Humidor is unsurpassed in Quality and detailing and difficult to properly describe. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Anachronism is something incongruous in the present. Look at the photos to see something simply unbelievable. 5 Cigar Trays 5.75" deep at Top & becoming 6.75" at bottom. Holds 60 Cigars in various sizes. 12.75" Wide x 9.25" Deep x 7.25" Tall. Locks & comes with its lovely Bronze Key. PRICE on Request |
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Antique CLARET JUG English Sterling Silver, 1926 CHESTER Sobre Claret Jug, Decanter, Handmade in English Sterling Silver andCrystal Wine also known as an Aiguière. Hallmarked and Dated 1926 from Chester, England. Dimensions are 9.8 inches High, by 5.4 inches in Diameter. Weighs approx. 970 grams. The Decanter's CONDITION, QUALITY & WORKMANSHIP are exceptional with no mineral deposits and Lid is tight and functions perfectly and the Handle is snug and tight. The Silver workmanship, although simple yet quite Elegant and typical of the Period. No residue or cloudiness, no dents or dings. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. |
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RARE, Exotic CHRISTOFLE 'Monkey & Elephant' TOOTHPICK HOLDER An extremely fine & quite Rare Antique TOOTHPICK HOLDER or Porte-cure-dents Hallmarked for Christofle, France. Quite a heavy and amazingly detailed SILVER over bronze SCULPTURE. The Detail of the MONKEY figure seated on Cushions on the Elephant's back, holding an Umbrella in one hand, which serves to hold the Tooth Picks, skewers or Picks. This Sculpture is incredibly well engraved with unbelievable detail. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent including the Silver. WHEN or Where have you seen another Example like this? |
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ODIOT French Silver & Baccarat Crystal SALT CELLAR Circa 1840 French Royal Family, RARE RARE French finest Silver Salt Cellar, created by the unsurpassed Silversmith founded 1690, ODIOT. Handmade Blue Baccarat Crystal Interior & Hallmarked with the Minerve N°1 (1838) indicating the finest French Silver, finer than Sterling (Reference is the Silver Book "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199). The Silversmith, Maître Orfèvre Charles Nicolas ODIOT, was Iinsculpé in 1838 in Paris (1838-1868). RARE to find Royal Family Examples. Heavy, weighing 160 grams. Condition is near Pristine, Quality & Workmanship, outstanding. See French Royal Family Emblem of a Crown. ODIOT Silversmiths was founded in 1690 by Jean-Baptiste Gaspard Odiot. A Pair without Crystal Bowls just Sold on eBay France for 600 Euros. Compare a tiny Goblet, 3.75" high by Odiot just sold eBay France for $450 item #170093866056 This SALIERE, from my Personal Collection, is unimaginably beautifuL PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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Antique CLARET JUG by HAWKINS - English Sterling Silver, 1901 Superb quality Claret Jug by Famous English Silversmith George Ernest HAWKINS in English STERLING Silver and acid etched Crystal Body Wine Decanter, Claret Jug or, Aiguière. Fully Hallmarked and Dated 1901 from Birmingham, England. Dimensions are 6 5/8 inches High, by 4.5 inches from Handle to Spout. Decanter's CONDITION, Quality & WORKMANSHIP are exceptional with no mineral deposits and Lid is tight and functions perfectly. Please note the acid Etched CRYSTAL design on the Body and the the Silver workmanship, although simple yet quite Elegant and typical of the period. No residue or cloudiness, no dents or dings. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. |
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RARE Antique MATCH HOLDER, Striker & Ash Tray BRONZE - 1923 Zündholzbehälter - Porte Allumette Exceptionally fine & very heavy Antique Match Holder, Striker and Ash Tray in massive Bronze with the initial "B" in an oval Wreath Cartouche on both sides representing the Los Angeles BILTMORE and Dated, 1923. Base is stamped with many numbers, symbols and 'Los Angeles....Works' etc. 5.5" long x 4.0 wide x 3.5" tall and weighs approx. 480 grams. See larger Photo for Dimensions and more Details. Decorated overall with exquisite detail. No Dents, Dings or Repairs. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. |
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Antique CLARET JUG by Mappin & Webb - English Sterling Silver, 1907 Outstanding quality Claret Jug by World Famous Silversmith & Jeweler, 'MAPPIN & WEBB' in English Sterling Silver and acid etched Antique 'Hobnail' pattern Crystal Wine Decanter, Claret Jug or, Aiguière. Fully Hallmarked and Dated 1907 from Sheffield, England. Dimensions are 7 1/2 inches High, by 5.0 inches from handle to spout. Decanter's CONDITION, Quality & WORKMANSHIP are exceptional with no mineral deposits and Lid is tight and functions perfectly. Please note the acid Etched CRYSTAL Hobnail design on the body and the the Silver workmanship, although simple yet quite Elegant and typical of the period. No residue or cloudiness, no dents or dings. PROVENANCE: Important French Family. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. |
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