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English Victorian CLARET Jug or Wine DECANTER, Circa 1875
Stunningly beautiful English Hand Painted Claret Jug or Wine Decanter with the enamel in lovely condition. Beautifully hand painted with white roses, blue flowers, foliage & berries with Gilt highlights. DIMENSIONS are 12 1/2" Tall with the CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY simply outstanding. The only fault being some nibbles to the top edge of the stopper rim & some rubbing to the enamel decoration. No residue or cloudiness in the Body of the Decanter. The underside of the Base is Numbered 27 along with a clear but rough Pontil mark. PRICE on Request |
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Difference between Antique GOBLETS & CUPS or Timbales & Hallmarks I am often asked Questions about terminology concerning French Goblets or Shot Glasses. Here, we see immediately the difference both in Quality and Substance as well as in Dimensions. The Larger are a pair of Timbales or Cups, very early Circa 1819 with the rare French Silver Hallmark, the Vieillard. In the middle are 2 different Goblets, much smaller, less substantial and date after 1838. This is the easiest way to distinguish between both definitions. SEE other examples on my Site for both Goblets and Timbales. These are normally used for Alcohol such as Whisky, Calvados, Armagnac etc. |
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CUPS or 'Timbales' French massive .950 Silver C.1819 Rare Hallmarks A PAIR of extraordinary Antique French .950 quality large Silver GOBLETS (Timbales in French) with equally Rare early French Silver Hallmarks, the 'Vieillard' which dates these to C. 1819. These heavy CUPS or Goblets or were much more common in the 19th Century examples, after 1838 in a much smaller format. Hallmarked with French Silver Vieillard Hallmarks and that of the Silversmith. These 2 Goblets weigh more than 150 grams (+/- 5oz). Please look at my Description on the larger photo. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. COMPARE QUALITY, AGE & CONDITION with eBay item# 260262260797, $160. |
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BACCARAT Crystal Wine Decanter Circa 1870 Napoléon III -rare Model Stunning Antique Acid etched Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanter with its Original Stopper. This Aiguière Circa 1870 is most unusual to have 4 Feet. Dimensions are 11" Tall x 3.75" Diameter for each. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent with no mineral deposits and no chips or cracks. Look at the acid Etched design on the Body and the Handle. It is the work of a Master Artist. Unless you have been searching for a Baccarat Decanter, you won't understand how difficult or, how RARE it is to find examples like this one. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. The Engraving is outstanding. Sorry, SOLD |
| 2 Silver COCKTAIL SHAKERS, Circa 1930 by 'Christofle-Gallia' Art Deco Paris 2 different ART DECO Martini & Cocktail Shakers made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, Christofle_Gallia, & the Luxury Mark of célèbre orfèvre CHRISTOFLE during a period when Quality, Workmanship and Detail were the Rules. These are 2 different Models which are individually described further down on this Page. Looks like the work of EAMES, Charles or Ray. In this Period, Christofle engaged outside Artists for Design. Dimensions: SEE each below. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY excellent. |
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BACCARAT 19thC Pair Decanters, C. Napoléon III Michelangelo Design Unimaginably beautiful & very, very Rare Pair of French Acid Etched Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanters in the most sought after Baccarat pattern, MICHELANGELO, Circa 1870. Dimensions are 11" Tall x 6.00" Wide x 3.5 inches diameter at the Base or Foot. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding + both Stoppers are pristine and each is Numbered to correspond with the Baccarat Number on the Bottom of the Foot. Look at the acid Etched CRYSTAL design and the the Silver workmanship which displays the hand of a Master Artist and Silversmith which created both. No residue or cloudiness in the Crystal Bodies of each Decanter. Unless you have been searching for a pair of Baccarat Crystal Decanters, you won't understand how difficult or, how RARE it is to find examples like this Pair. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. Sorry, this Pair are SOLD |
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3 Antique French BUCKETS, Champagne, Wine Buckets XIXth Century
3 different antique Champagne, Wine or Ice Buckets each made in France by a different Silversmith, CHRISTOFLE, ERCUIS AND APOLLO. Please note the different Handles on each and the slight difference ins 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. SORRY, the Middle Bucket is now SOLD.
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CLARET JUGS, Decanters French Sterling Silver, PAIR Napoléon III Outstandingly lovely & rare pair of French .950 Antique Sterling Silver and Acid etched Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanters, Aiguières Circa 1870. Dimensions are 11" Tall x 3.75" Diameter for each. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent with no mineral deposits + both Lids are tight. Look at the acid Etched CRYSTAL design and the the Silver workmanship which displays the hand of a Master Silversmith which created both. This pair was most likely designed for both Burgundy and Bordeaux Wines. No residue or cloudiness in the Crystal Bodies of each Decanter. Unless you have been searching for a pair of Sterling Decanters, you won't understand how difficult or, how RARE it is to find examples like this Pair. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. COMPARE with a Single Victorian Claret Jug, Plain, lovely but, no Silver Base or Handle and the Silver is Plain @ $2,700. Examples like mine are RARE. RESERVED for R.F. Sorry, SOLD |
| SHAKER for COCKTAILS, Circa 1930 by 'CHRISTOFLE' - Art Deco, Paris ART DECO Martini & Cocktail Shaker made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, Christofle during a period when Quality, Workmanship and Detail were the 3 Golden Rules. Heavy, weighing approx. 350g. Looks like the work of EAMES, Charles or Ray. In this Art Deco Period, Christofle engaged outside Artists for Design. Dimensions: about 8 1/2" (21,0 cm) High with the Lid and has a 3 1/8 inch diameter at the Opening. Comes apart for cleaning into 3 parts (see larger photo). It is well & clearly Hallmarked by Christofle with their Names and Silver Hallmarks. Not Sterling. Top serves as a Measure for Dosage. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional and ready to use. BEWARE, if Silver is gone from the interieur, it is USELESS. See another which just sold for $275 on eBay, item# 180260939304. |
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12 French Antique Baccarat GLASSES with Stand, Paris
This Rare complete Service of 12 Goblets or Whiskey Glasses in the finest Crystal were Handmade Circa 1890 and remain in near pristine condition. The Support or Stand is Gilded metal and makes a practical Service at any Bar. The Support is approximately 16 inches Long and each Glass is approx. 4 inches High. Note the simple but strong design on each Glass. Condition & Workmanship are outstanding, |
| Silver COCKTAIL SHAKER, Circa 1930 by 'Christofle-Gallia' Art Deco Paris ART DECO Martini & Cocktail Shaker made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, Christofle & Gallia, & the Luxury Mark of célèbre orfèvre CHRISTOFLE during a period when Quality, Workmanship and Detail were the Rules. This particular Model is quite Rare. Heavy, weighs 600g. Looks like the work of EAMES, Charles or Ray. In this Period, Christofle engaged outside Artists for Design. Dimensions: 10.25" (27,0 cm) High with the Top. Comes apart for cleaning into 3 parts (see larger photo). It is well & clearly Hallmarked by Gallia-Christofle with their Names and Silver Hallmarks. Not Sterling. Top serves as a Measure for Dosage. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY excellent considering Age & Use. A similar, but Damaged, just SOLD on eBay for $355 #170116894580. |
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RARE Antique 19th Century Christofle Wine & Champagne BUCKET + Ice & Glasses FABULOUS Antique French Silver-plated Wine, Champagne or Ice Bucket which also serves as a Glass cooler. Known as a Raffraichissoir, it is no easy to find. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Dimensions: about 5.5" high & about 9.25" in diameter across the Handles. Composed of Interior Liner + Exterior Bucket + Lid. Stamped 'Christofle France' on bottom of Bucket + "Collection 'Gallia' + O Chess Knight C". The Liner is also stamped. Stems of glasses can be inserted around top of Bucket to cool them before serving. The Bucket, being marked Gallia which was reserved for the more Avant Garde design range of Christofle, makes it that much more desirable. COMPARE with item #3777245534. $683 |
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RARE 18th Century BORDEAUX style WINE BOTTLE An extremely fine Hand Blown French Bottle Circa 1700's for WINE or, you can use it for Cognac, Calvados, Armagnac etc. Color is beautiful with tiny Bubbles appearing throughout. Base has an incredibly deep kick-up of about 2". 'Pontil' Clean, round & smooth, NO chips, nicks or cracks except minor defects from origin. Bottom is clean and smooth and the Kick-up is rounded inside and more rounded outside. Fill it with your favorite Vintage Cognac, Armagnac, Calvados or Wine & see the difference it makes on a Table. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional considering its Age & use. DIMENSIONS 11 1/8" Tall with Base Diameter of about 3.25".
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18th Century BURGUNDY WINE BOTTLE, DECANTER, Circa 1725 Simply, Impossible to find! An extra fine Handblown French Burgundy Wine BOTTLE which I have decided to Sell. Light as a feather, about 155grams. Consider that an average empty wine bottle will weigh about 400-500g. Very tiny Bubbles appear throughout. Base has an incredibly deep kick-up of about 3.25". 'Pontil' rough from being Handblown and then cut, NO chips, nicks or cracks. Color is a light Green/Brown. Bottom is clean and smooth. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional considering it is over 250 years OLD. DIMENSIONS 11.25" Tall with Base Diameter of about 4.75". Very light in weight but wonderful in the Hand. Consider the Price today of a good bottle of Wine. WHEN have you ever seen an 18th Century Burgogne Bottle anything like this one? One sees immediately where the Silversmith and Vigneron created the Ombilic Wine Taster which dates from the same period. This is an Historic Work of Art in Glass! |
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Large Antique English Sterling Silver MAGNUM WINE COASTER - RARE Antique English Sterling Silver Wine Coaster or Bottle/Decanter Holder with English Oak base. This really is an exceptionally large Wine Bottle Coaster decorated in relief with a bold grape, leaf and vine motif. It has a turned English Oak wood Base. Dimensions: 6.25" in diameter and 2.25" high. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent and considering its dimensions and weight, it is quite Rare. CLICK on Photo for more Details. RESERVED for R.F. Sorry, SOLD |
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CLARET JUG Continental Sterling Silver & Crystal Art Nouveau (1885-1919) Outstandingly beautiful Continental Sterling Silver and Hand acid etched Crystal Claret Jug or Wine Decanter. DIMENSIONS are 11.25" Tall x 6" Diameter to Crystal Base. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply superb. Look at the Etched all over design of Grape Leaves and the the Silver workmanship which displays the hand of a Master Silversmith. The Handle is conceived as Grape Vines which are interwoven. The is a feeling of 'Solid' both in the Silver mounts and in the Body of the Decanter itself. No residue or cloudiness in the Crystal Body of the Decanter. PLEASE Click to seelarger photos. |
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12 French Antique Sterling & Gold GOBLETS/Beakers by 'MASSAT' Paris
This Rare complete Boxed Set of 12 Goblets or Shot Glasses in the finest SILVER were Handmade Circa 1870, Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated by renowned Paris Master Silversmith, P. Massat. No Initials nor Monogram. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold & each is Hallmarked with the French Minerve Head N°1 ( counterpunched on the interiors) indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) together with the Hallmark of Master Parisian Silversmith, 'MASSAT'. SEE Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfevrèrie @ P. 103 The total weight is approx. 125grams (4.2+ Troy Oz) and are 4,0 cm Tall. Quality, Condition & Workmanship are outstanding, you only have to look at this Set. RESERVED for a Collector in N.C. Sorry SOLD |
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Wine, Champagne, Cognac Decanteur & Wine Bottle Cradle Amazing Vintage French Wine, Champagne, Cognac Decanter which doubles as a Wine Bottle Holder is a Mechanical marvel. Otherwise known as a 'Verseur à Vin à Vis', or, in England, a "Port Tilter"or, simply Wine Bottle Holder. DIMENSIONS are 12" Long x 10" Tall. Weighs 9.10 lbs. This would have been designed by an engineering genius, using the principle of the pulley and screwpull system which operates effortlessly by turning the silver handle. This changes the position of the bottle from upright, horizontal or downward allowing the Wine, Cognac etc. to be poured into a glass. There is an adjustable 'screw' which fits tightly into any size Bottle securing it for tilting and pouring. Looks like a custom order for a Wine Chateau in Bordeaux, Burgundy etc. Circa 1950's. I just Sold my only other Model and this is the last example. |
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CHRISTOFLE Gallia Silver & Crystal Wine DECANTER Circa 1890 Antique Art Nouveau Christofle Gallia Crystal and Silver mounted Wine Decanter, Circa 1890 French. Stunningly beautiful and Rare model from Christofle, Gallia Collection. Hallmarked with French impressed Christofle & Gallia Hallmarks and Numbered 4162. DIMENSIONS are 28,0 cm or 12" Tall. Considering its Age and Use, CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. The crystal Body is engraved or etched with a Wave design with no residue or cloudiness in the Crystal portions of the Decanter. The Silver is designed with Leaves and Grape Vines and the Spout reminds me of the head of a Quail. SEE eBay item number 130045713808, a Damaged Single Christofle Decanter, for $1800.00 |
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12 French Antique Sterling & Gold GOBLETS/Beakers & Tray, by 'COIGNET' Paris This Rare complete Set of 12 Goblets & Tray in the finest SILVER were Handmade Circa 1870, Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated by renowned Paris Master Silversmith, Coignet with the most intricate Silver work. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold & each is Hallmarked with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) & the Hallmark of Master Parisian Silversmith, 'COIGNET'. SEE Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfevrèrie @ P. 54 The 12 Goblets weigh approx. 165grams (5+ Troy Oz) and are 4,0 cm Tall. The heavy Tray weights 165 grams, is Hallmarked 'Minerve N°1 + Coignet's Silver Hallmark as can be seen in my larger photo. Condition, Quality, Workmanship are outstanding. |
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CHRISTOFLE Art Deco Period Silver & Gold GOBLET/Shot Glass BEAKER Extraordinary example from Christofle. Heavy Antique Liquor Goblet or Shot Glass Circa 1930 & decorated with "8 point STARS " as can be seen in the larger photo. Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold. Hallmarked with 3 Christofle Silver Marks. Goblet weighs approx. 40 grams (1.5oz) and is 2 3/8" Tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Practical as well as collectible and very very difficult to find. Reserved for Scott. Sorry, SOLD |
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TRAY + 12 French Antique Sterling GOBLETS/Beakers by 'BOIVIN' Paris This Set will 'take your breath away' & everything else pales next to this Work of Art in the finest SILVER. 12 Liqueur Goblets or. Shot Glasses + Tray were Handmade Circa 1870, Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated by renowned Paris Silversmith, BOIVIN with the most intricate Silver work imaginable. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold & each is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) and the Hallmark of Parisian Silversmith, 'Boivin'. SEE ‘Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfevrèrie @ P. 84. Boivin was succeeded by the equally famous Silversmiths, Ravinet d'Enfert. The 12 Goblets weigh 106 grams (3+ Troy Oz) and are 4,0 cm Tall. The heavy Tray weights 172 grams, is Hallmarked 'Minerve N°1 + Boivin's Hallmark as can be seen in my larger photo. The Tray and each of the 12Goblets are together an Anachronism. Condition, Quality, Workmanship are outstanding. Just look at this Set. |
| RARE English Sterling Silver Ewer, Wine Jug 1852, Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater Remarkably well preserved in near Pristine Condition, this 1852 Solid Sterling Silver Wine Ewer has full English Sterling Silver Hallmarks LONDON 1852, Queens Head Duty Mark and Makers’ Mark ‘SH/DC’ - Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater. |
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RARE French Wine Jug (Verseuse) 1819-1838 belonging to the "Count of Paris" Comte de Paris French Nobility Silver is difficult enough to find particularly since the French Revolution. This Wine Jug belonged to the French equivalent of the English King or Queen, the 'Comte de Paris'. Finer than Sterling it was made in Paris by one of the most important French Silversmiths, VEYRAT, Jean-François who worked at 10 rue de la Tour, Paris. Heavy, good gauge weighing about 8 ozs / 234 gms. It is Hallmarked 6 times, including the important 'Vieillard' Silver Control France for the period 1819-1838. Handle is Ebony. Engraved on the outside is the Royal Crown of the Count of Paris made during the 2nd Restauration Monarchy of his Royal Highness, Louis-Philippe 1st. His eldest son, Jacques, is the present Duke d'Orléans. Dimensions: 16,16cm high. CONDITION, QUALITY and WORKMANSHIP are excellent. |
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Circa 1820 Silver & Baccarat Crystal WINE DECANTER or Claret Jug French Rare and fabulous .950 Silver & Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanter signed by "Mérite" who was the Silversmith to the Emperor of France. From a Chateau in the Loire Valley of France. Also Hallmarked with Silversmith's initials "C + M". Finial is a labrynth of work with 2 heavy Heads of Bacchus and floral detail. Heads appear again on the Handle at the top and at the bottom. Rests on 4 well detailed feet. About 14" tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. COMPARE with item #7326171197 @ $4,200. RESERVED for R.E. Sorry, just SOLD |
| English SILVER WINE FUNNEL, Samuel Hennell- 1811 - RARE Extra fine George III English Sterling Wine FUNNEL made in London in 1811 by Samuel HENNELL, born 1778, a very well known English Silversmith, son of Robert Hennell. Heavy, good gauge weighing about 4 ozs / 120 gms and with the original 'Muslin Ring' which is nearly always missing. A small piece of muslin cloth was sewn to the ring to filter the sediment or dregs from the Wine or Port. Engraved on the outside of the bowl is a family Heraldic Crest, which is illustrated in 'Fairburns Book of Crests'. Dimensions: 5.5 " from the tip of the spout to the top and about 3.25 " in diameter. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent, no dents, dings or repairs with good English Silver Hallmarks. | |
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Antique French Wine, Champagne, Cognac Decanteur & Bottle Cradle This amazing Antique French Wine, Champagne, Cognac Cradle or Decanter which doubles as a Wine Bottle Holder is in my Private Collection. Otherwise known as a 'Verseur à Vin à Vis', or, in England, a "Port Tilter". In more than 30 years of Collecting, I have never seen another as fine as this. DIMENSIONS are 13.5" Long x 17.5" Tall. This would have been designed by an engineering genius, using the principle of the pulley and screwpull system which operates effortlessly by turning the silver handle. This changes the position of the bottle from upright, horizontal or downward allowing the wine to be poured into a glass. There is an adjustable 'screw' which fits tightly into any size Bottle securing it for tilting and pouring. Most likely custom ordered for a Wine Chateau in Bordeaux or Burgundy Circa 1950's. |
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CHRISTOFLE Collection Gallia, a PAIR Silver & Crystal Wine DECANTERS Circa 1935 RARE Pair of Christofle Decanters Absolutely beautiful Pair of Christofle, Gallia Collection Art Deco Silver & Crystal Claret Jugs or Wine Decanters. RARE to find a matched Pair and in this Condition. Each is Hallmarked with French impressed Christofle & Gallia Hallmarks and Numbered 5112. DIMENSIONS are 27,0 cm-10 3/8 " Tall. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. The Body of each is engraved or etched with a lovely design with no residue or cloudiness in the Crystal portions of the Decanters. The Silver is designed with Leaves and Grape Vines. Don't miss my only Pair! SEE eBay item#130045713808, a Single Example, Damaged and selling for $1800.00 RESERVED |
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Antique WINE FUNNEL Napoléon III SILVER & GOLD Circa 1870 Rare Extra special, lovely, heavy & large French Sterling Silver Wine Funnel which is the only one I have ever found in 30 years of searching. I recently sold my English model, 1796. The Silver & Gold is quite Decorative. Note the incredible detailing. One finds English Wine Funnels but French models are simply impossible to find. Bowl has been Gold gilded which enhances the clarity & appearance of the wine and adds longevity to the Silver. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Hight 6.25" + Base Diameter of about 4.5". |
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XIXth Century PORT Wine Bottle in Porcelain Hand Painted An extremely fine Port or Porto Wine BOTTLE handpainted with the most vibrant colors and with the most extraordinary detailing. Dimensions are 10.5" without Stopper and 11" with Stopper. Decant your favorite Vintage PORT Wine & see the difference it makes on a Table and for serving. I purchased it in France and thought it was Limoges Porcelain. It could just as well have been made in Portugal. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $179 |
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RARE Dated 1858 'Seal' BOTTLE for Cognac, Armagnac, Calvados or WINE An extremely fine Hand Blown French Seal Bottle Dated '1858'. For Cognac or Wine this bottle was possibly blown later to hold an 1858 Vintage of Wine, Cognac or Calvados. Color is beautiful with tiny Bubbles appearing throughout. Base has an incredibly deep kick-up of about 3". 'Pontil' Clean, round & smooth, NO chips, nicks or cracks. Color is a Mediteranean Green. Bottom is clean and smooth. Fill it with your favorite Vintage Cognac, Armagnac, Calvados or Wine & see the difference it makes on a Table. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. DIMENSIONS 12.25" Tall with Base Diameter of about 3.25". Compare with item #6157125874. |
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6 French Sterling GOBLETS/Beakers by 'Coignet' & Tray by PUIFORCAT Paris beautifully decorated Antique solid SILVER Liquor Goblets. Handmade circa 1870, Period Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated with a Wreath. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold & each is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) and the Hallmark of Parisian Silversmith, 'Coignet' P. 89 Dictionnaire des Poinçons. The 6 Goblets weigh approx. 70 grams (2 +oz) and are 1 5/8" Tall. The Tray is Hallmarked 'Puiforcat France + Puiforcat Hallmark 'E canif P' and dates from the Art Deco Period, Circa 1930. The Tray has scratches and a part of the center decor is rubbed but overall Condition is excellent considering age and use. |
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WMF Silver & Crystal Wine DECANTER Art Nouveau Jugendstil Jug (1885-1919) Absolutely beautiful WMF (Württembergische Metallwaren Fabrik) German Art Nouveau Silver plated and Crystal Claret Jug or Wine Decanter. Widely known by its initials 'WMF' this company epitomizes German Art Nouveau Metalware. The Silver is Hallmarked & the Hallmarks are impressed on the outside of the Neck of the Decanter. Hallmarks are early WMF & consist of the Letter 'B' (Britannia-Metal) + WMF Ostrich Hallmark + IO + OX. WMF's Trademark was the 'Ostrich' which you will see in the triangle Mark. DIMENSIONS are 12" Tall x 4" Diameter to Crystal Base CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. No residue or cloudiness in the Crystal Body of the Decanter. Sorry, just SOLD to a Dr. and Wine Collector in NYC |
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English SILVER WINE FUNNEL - XVIIIth Century, 1796 - RARE Handsome, very fine English Wine FUNNEL in solid STERLING SILVER made in London in 1796 by I believe, Thomas Northcote, a well known period English Silversmith. Heavy, good gauge weighing about 5 ozs / 150 gms and with the original 'Muslin Ring' which is nearly always missing. A small piece of muslin cloth was sewn to the ring to filter the sediment or dregs from the wine. Dimensions: 7" from the tip of the spout to the top and about 3" in diameter. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent with good English Silver Hallmarks. SOLD + Funnel Stand |
SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND, English 1878 RARE Sterling SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND resting on 4 turned legs is Hallmarked in LONDON for 1878, with the Silver MAKER'S Initials "H.W.D." Dimensions; 3.5" X 3/4" finely made, good Gage Silver and quite heavy. Engraved beautifully in small letters on the bottom is: 'P. & F. SCHAFFER, 27. PICADILLY.' Most likely the Shop that sold it originally. CONDITION and QUALITY are excellent and any collector knows how rare it is find one like this. SOLD with 1796 Wine Funnel |
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TIFFANY & CO Sterling Silver SHOT GLASSES - GOBLETS with 18k Gold Interiors The name TIFFANY & CO. says it all; Quality, Workmanship & at TIFFANY :& CO, 'Expensive'. Consider the price of a silk Tie, $125. I have a set of 6 identical Goblets - Shot Glasses, for Liquor, Vodka etc Boxed in their Original Tiffany & Co. Presentation Box. Only 4 are shown. These are quite heavy, 30 grams each (1 oz.) & Dimensions are: 1 3/8" Tall x 1 3/8" in Diameter and each is Hallmarked 'Sterling & Tiffany & Co with #25005. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Remarkably, these can be used equally as SALT CELLARS. Sorry, SOLD to a Collector in Tokyo, Japan |
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COCKTAIL SHAKER, Circa 1940 France by 'ERCUIS' famous Parisian Silversmith Vintage Cocktail Shaker made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, ERCUIS and made during a period when Quality, workmanship and detail were important. Dimensions: about 9 1/8" (23,0 cm) tall x 4" (10,0cm) Diameter. Comes apart for cleaning into 3 parts (see larger photo). It is well & clearly Hallmarked by Ercuis with its Name and Ercuis Silver Hallmarks. Not Sterling. Top serves as Measure. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY exceptional. A similar just sold on eBay for $330. |
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Antique french Silver WINE BASKET or Wine Caddy, Wine Cradle Antique original finely plated SILVER WINE BASKET or Wine Bottle Holder. It is beautifully made, a wonderful work of Art. Made by hand, a very special piece to decorate the most elegant table as well as very practical for serving Wine. While holding the Caddy you press down on the upper Ring, pressing it down onto the Bottle, securing it from moving. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY is excellent. $355 |
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12 Sterling Silver & Gold GOBLETS/Beakers - with Presentation BOX 12 Fabulous, heavy Antique solid SILVER Liquor Goblets. Handmade circa 1870, Period Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated with a "frise de palmettes" as can be seen in the larger photo. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold. Each Goblet is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) and the Hallmark of Parisian Silversmith, 'Saglier' P. 63 Dictionnaire Poinçons d'Orfèverie. Complete Boxed sets are Rare. The 12 Goblets weigh approx. 200 grams (6.5oz) and are 4cm Tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. |
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CHRISTOFLE + a French Silver WINE Bottle Cradle, BASKET or Caddy 2 Fabulous, Antique SILVER WINE BASKETS. Both are very special Handmade pieces to decorate the most elegant table as well as practical for serving Wine. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. SORRY the Wine Basket on the Left, for Burgundies, has just been Sold. The one on the right is by Christofle_Gallia and is available. COMPARE with eBay item #230272291807 at $130 |
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Wine & Wine Decanter LABELS in Sterling Silver A small assortment of Labels for WINE, ALCOHOL and DECANTERS in Silver. The Whiskey_Rye Label is 'Tiffany' Sterling. PRICES on Request |
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PAIR of English SHEFFIELD Silver WINE COASTERS, Circa 1800 A very fine matched Pair of Antique SHEFFIELD Silver plated Wine Bottle Coasters made in Sheffield England Circa 1800. Scalloped top and wonderfully pierced body. The turned Bases look like a Fruitwood or light Mahogany Wood and each is set off with a round Silver Centre Piece or Button which is not engraved. Dimensions: 5" in diameter and 3 " high and look quite Regal. Antique Sheffield is the early form of Silver plating before electricity was invented. It is made of copper with sheets of pure silver fused onto the top and bottom by heat. The article is then made in the same way as a piece of silver. Bottoms of each have blue velvet which is slightly faded. PHOTOS show Silver Tarnish & Copper. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering age and use. NOTE British sites list similar pairs for 350-600 Pounds Sterling. $455 for this Pair |
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'FLEURY' Porcelain WINE label, XIXth Century Limoges - great Decoration This beautiful Antique Hand Painted Limoges Porcelain Wine Label for FLEURY 1ère Qualité in Beaujolais is nearly impossible to find. Dimensions: 7,5cm (3") x 11cm (4 3/8 "). The Label contains 2 holes to permit a chain or cord to pass through to permit the label to be hung, normally in a Wine Cellar or Cave to designate the Section Beaujolais. It is quite heavy, well made and the Scroll under glaze is in excellent condition. Overall, CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. RESERVED for RH in London. Sorry, SOLD |
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'VOLNAY' Porcelain WINE label, XIXth Century Limoges - great Decoration This beautiful Hand Painted Limoges Porcelain Wine LABEL for "VOLNAY" in Burgundy, Burgogne France is nearly impossible to find. Volnay borders Pommard to the north and Mersault to the south.
Dimensions: 7,5cm (3") x 11cm (4 3/8 "). The Label contains 2 holes to permit a chain or cord to pass through to permit the label to be hung, normally in a Wine Cellar Cave to designate the Section of Volnay Wine. It is quite heavy, well made and the Scroll under glaze is in excellent condition. Overall, CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Sorry, just Sold |
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'ANTIQUE WINE BOTTLES' by Roger Dumbrell, Scarce out of Print Edition Understanding Antique Wine Bottles by Roger Dumbrell covers the evolution of the English wine bottle from the early 17th century to the end of the 19th century. Out of print and collectible in it's own right, this undisputed often called the 'bible' of early glass and sealed wine bottles includes 338pp profusely & lavishly illustrated with 122 plates and numerous line drawings, this is the essential reference book for all those interested in this fascinating area of glass & bottle collecting. Black and white photos and line drawings of early shaft and globe, onion, mallet, cylinder bottles, nailsea, bladder, kidney and other european bottle shapes. The book contains an illustrative section on seals and also a guide to rarity. Hardcover and dustjacket, 1992 Edition. SEE eBay item #6212114012 Price $300 and another Sold as item #6960777695. $229 |
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ERCUIS Silver WINE or CHAMPAGNE BUCKET, Antique RARE Circa 1920 Gorgeous, large, very heavy weighing an incredible 3.75 lbs. This beautifully made, Antique and very finely plated SILVER WINE &/or Champagne Bucket is rare. One finds many Christofle examples more easily. CONDITION & Quality are excellent, which one expects from early ERCUIS with only slight scratches.
It has 4 Hallmarks with the ERCUIS name + Silver Hallmarks and numbered. Height 8.0" x diameter on top 7.75"wide x 6.5" diameter on bottom. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent donsidering age and use. SEE my other examples of ERCUIS Silver. RESERVED Sale Pending - Sorry, just Sold |
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CHRISTOFLE 'MARRIAGE CUP' - Wine Chalice, Circa 1890 Magnificent and rare Art Noveau 2 Handled "Marriage Cup" or Wine Chalice on raised pedestal foot. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Notice the extraordinary workmanship & detail on the Handles. Bowl approx 4.5" across, 3" high. Stamped underneath with old Christofle Silver Hallmark, number 1593675, #2 & #3 and Gallia Silver Hallmarks. Don't confuse this with later examples. Sorry, SOLD |
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CHRISTOFLE/Collection 'GALLIA' - Silver Filigree WINE BASKET or Wine Caddy Gorgeous Circa 1930 Antique original CHRISTOFLE finely plated SILVER FILIGREE WINE Cradle, BASKET or Wine Bottle Holder. It is beautifully made, a wonderful work of Art considering all of the wire mesh. Solid, made by hand, a very special piece to decorate the most elegant table as well as practical for serving wine. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY one expects from CHRISTOFLE. Height 7.25" x 10" Long. The Basket, was made by Gallia which was reserved for the more Avant Garde design range of Christofle, makes it that much more desirable. I recently sold another which was the twin to this one. COMPARE another, damaged, on eBay item #230272291807 at $130. PRICE on Request |
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PAIR of Crested English Georgian WINE COASTERS, Circa 1810 - RARE Matched Georgian Pair of Antique English Silver Wine Coasters made circa 1800-1820. This really is a magnificent pair of Wine Coasters with turned wood bases which are crested on a central Sterling Silver Reserve with a Camel, an uncommon Armorial and quite lovely. Dimensions: 5.75" in diameter and 2.5" high. Antique Sheffield is the early form of Silver plating before electricity was invented. It is made of copper with sheets of pure silver fused onto the top and bottom by heat. The article is then made in the same way as a piece of silver. The walls of the coasters are joined in a dovetailed manner and this is faintly visible. British sites list similar uncrested pairs for 350-600 Pounds Sterling. These pieces have not been replated, as they have never needed it. There is a Hallmark which I am not familiar with. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering their age and use. $583 the Pair |
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CHAMPAGNE Bucket by ERCUIS from the 'Eden Roc' Hotel, Antibes - RARE Beautifully designed, large & heavy, handmade CHAMPAGNE or White Wine Bucket from one of the most famous Hotels in France, the EDEN ROC Hotel in Cap d'Antibes, on the Côte d'Azur. Sold at auction some years ago when the Hotel was being renovated. Created by one of the finest Silversmiths of the XIXth Century, ERCUIS and stamped with the Ercuis Silver Hallmarks. Dimensions: 8" high x 6.5" diameter at base x 7.5" diameter at the top. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Sorry, just SOLD |
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English solid SILVER WINE Bottle COASTER / BOTTLE HOLDER -Royal Family Handmade, very fine English Wine Coaster, Wine Funnel Plate in solid STERLING SILVER. Made in London in 1973 and is inset with a handsome Royal Wedding Silver Medallion for Princess Anne, now the Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips, married on the 14th of November 1973 & is Commemorative. English hallmarks are the Lion Passant, the guarantee mark for sterling silver, a Leopard's head the town mark for London, an ornate letter "S", the date letter for 1973, and the Silversmith's mark the initials "EP". 5.25 ins / 13 cms, heavy, good gauge weighing about 4.3 ozs / 121 gms. Large enough for Magnum formats. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are extremely fine with clear English Silver Hallmarks. Reserved, Sale Pending to Paris, France |
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Pair XIXth Century WINE COASTERS or Wine Bottle Holders, CHRISTOFLE Pair of very fine, heavy Antique French Wine Bottle Holders (Dessous de Bouteille CHRISTOFLE) in plated Silver from the famous French 'Christofle' firm. Dimensions: about
5.25" in diameter. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering age and use. No dents, dings or repairs. Overall 'Petal' design with beaded edges, serves as a Drip Guard. Each coaster is well stamped with Christofle silver hallmarks, "Christofle" and numbered. Puiforcat used a similar Petal design but I don't know who used it first. Please SEE Wine Tasters for a Puiforcat Wine Taster with this same design. $329 the Pair |
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CHRISTOFLE, Gallia early SilverWINE DECANTER or Claret Jug - Circa 1900 Fabulous, early and Rare beautifully plated Silver & Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanter or Claret Jug by the famous French Silver Firm, CHRISTOFLE and made for the GALLIA line, Paris. 10.75" tall and very heavy. CONDITION is excellent with normal usage wear. QUALITY & WORKMANSHIP are extremely fine with outstanding detail including 'Napoleonic Wreaths'. The crystal has been etched with Rayons and is not cloudy. There are 2 silver hallmarks, "O.Gallia" for Orfevrerie Gallia + the early Christofle Mark for the founder, Charles Christofle & numbered 4992. Christofle used the Gallia Marks on their higher quality items and the styles were more avant-garde. I had 3 different models and this is my last one. SOLD to a Wine Collector in Massachusetts (See the Pair I just listed) |
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Louis XIII Rémy Martin, BACCARAT Crystal Cognac DECANTER Vintage Decanter in Baccarat Crystal, engraved with the 'Baccarat' name and 'seal' and decorated all over with 'Fleur de Lys' emblems set into the Crystal with raised logos, together with its original
red & gold very decorative PRESENTATION BOX. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Dimensions: 11" tall x 8" wide. The 'Stopper' is the most beautifully cut crystal in the form of another 'Fleur de Lys'. Click on photo to see more photos of this Decanter. |
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18th & 19th Century WINE BOTTLE Collection I am selling my collection of fine antique Wine Bottles dating from the 17th Century, including rare sizes, shapes and particularly rare Burgundy Bottles from the 18th Century. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. eMail me with any questions for bottles you may be looking for. The photo represents only a small portion of my collection. |
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Crystal WINE DECANTER / CLARET JUG C.1880
Art NOUVEAU Crystal/glass & Gilt Wine Decanter or Wine Carafe or Wine Jug. The Glass has been etched, frosted and enameled with all over floral pattern and is clean with no calcium deposits. The hinge is in perfect condition and there are no dings, dents or repairs. The Handle is solid silver. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are fine with wear to the Gold Gilding. Dimensions: 11.25" Tall. Compare with another Sold for over $1,000 as item #6505364223. $655 |
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Wine Bottle 'CORKER' by Sanbri - Cavatappi, Korkenzieher Large Vintage hish quality and practical Utensil used to put a CORK into a Wine Bottle,
to cork a bottle of vinegar or whatever else. In France it is called a "Bouchoneuse".
Hand made out of Iron with brass or bronze mounts and solid Oak wooden handle. Signed: "SANBRI" it is I believe from the 1950's or earlier.
CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. 13" x 6". |
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BACCARAT Crystal Rafraichissoir, Seau à Champagne - Musée Bouilhet-Christofle MUSEUM Piece in antique French BACCARAT Crystal and Gilt Silver Champagne, Wine or Ice bucket was made in France Circa 1929. Another is in the Museum of Baccarat in Paris. The Crystal is CLEAR. Known in France as a Rafraichissoir, Seau à Champagne. Very heavy weighing about 10 pounds and in remarkably fine condition with no chips, no cracks, no repairs. The crystal is signed twice by Baccarat, once on the bottom with the usual acid etched signature see photos) and again, on one side at the bottom front "Baccarat" (see photos). Dimensions: 9" tall x 7" in diameter across the top x 10" in diameter from handle to handle. The crystal 1" thick at the angles. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Sorry, just SOLD |
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Fabulous French Minature Silver Cognac/Calvados TASTER Rare French Calvados, Cognac Taster in very fine quality plated Silver. Hallmarks are found at P. 102 'Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie" and they are: A.J. & PEM = Silversmiths, Vuillermet Ainés, 5 bis, rue du 24 Février, Lyon. Late 19th or early 20th century. It measures 1 3/4" inches in diameter x 1/2" inch high and 2 3/8" inches long and weighs about 25 grams. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. SOLD (see 'Wine Tasters' for other Models available) |
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Napoléon III Silver & Baccarat Crystal WINE DECANTER or Claret Jug Simply Fabulous and Rare solid Silver & engraved Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanter in near Pristine Condition. Quality is unsurpassed. From Chateau de la Grillière in the Loire Valley of France. French Silver Hallmarks, (le poinçon Minerve première titre (950/1000) Minerve Head + 1 indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling, 925/1000) + Silversmith's Marks "E+E" in a diamond - See Dictionnaire of Poinçons P.72 "Ernest Eschwege", Paris. 11.5" tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Compare with item #7326171197 @ $4200. |
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Antique English Silver WINE DECANTER or Claret Jug Wonderful example, heavy (4lbs) English plated Silver Wine Decanter or Claret Jug. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. The Crystal/Glass has been beautifully and deeply etched or cut with an overall design including the bottom. The pouring spout is in the form of a figural Head on the underside of the Spout, perhaps Bacchus. Dimensions: 11.5" tall. I had a pair & recently sold its mate. Reserved, Sale Pending to Florida - Sorry, SOLD |
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PAIR French Solid SILVER & BACCARAT Crystal WINE DECANTERS or Claret Jugs RARE and nearly impossible to find, a matched Pair of Solid SILVER & French Baccarat Crystal Claret Jugs, Napoléon III, XIXth Century together with 2 Serving Dishes for spillage and Decoration, to match. The Decanters have the French Silver Hallmarks, (le poinçon Minerve première titre (950/1000) Minerve Head + N°1 indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling, 925/1000). Silver Interiors have been gilded, i.e Vermeil, real gold and the CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY of each is outstanding! No calcium deposits. COMPARE with item #7326171197 a single example SOLD for $4200 |
