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Sterling SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND, Victorian 1890 RARE Solid Sterling SILVER London WINE FUNNEL STAND uniquely Decorated and fully Hallmarked with 4 English Hallmarks on the inside bottom of the Bowl, Dated 1890. Also Hallmarked with an 'Import Hallmark & 5 Hallmarks on the outside Bottom. The Rim is Decorated with 4 Heards and a Detailed Center Scene on the inside of the Bowl. Unusual is the Handle, a practical addtion for moving it about. I have not identified the Silversmith. Dimensions: 4 1/2 inches in Diameter. The Silver Detail is lovely and finely handmade, good Guage of Silver weighing approx. 55 grams. CONDITION and QUALITY are excellent and every Collector knows how Rare it is find A Wine Funnel Stand like this. |
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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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'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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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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3 Antique French Champagne or Wine BUCKETS, 1900's
3 French 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 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. Left: Ercuis, Center: Touraine, Right: Christofle. Sorry, the Christofle on the far right is Sold. |
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Antique Wine Bottle TILTER, Wine Decanter or Wine Bottle Cradle AMAZING Vintage DISTRIBUTEUR A VIN for any Bottle of Wine, or, for Champagne, Cognac etc. this French 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 11" Long x 10 1/2" 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, Cognac etc. to be poured into a Glass. Looks like this was a Custom Order for a Wine Chateau in Bordeaux, Burgundy etc. Circa 1950's. Fully Hallmarked by the Silversmith, ERCUIS. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY of each, simply Outstanding. What an amazing Decorative, Conversation and Presentation piece! If you don't want both, Please eMail me. |
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'Timbale' or Large Goblet French Solid Silver C.1930 An Extraordinary, LARGE Timbale, Goblet, Beaker or Cup made by the illustrious Paris Silver Firms of CHRISTOFLE and CAARDEILHAC. Used both for Wine & Alcohols. Hand made in the finest solid 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). 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. DIMENSIONS: 9cm high. |
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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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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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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, |
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Wine Bottle CHARIOT by Max LeVerrier in solid BRONZE C. 1930 BRILLIANT, Unique Extraordinary Art Deco Antique WINE BOTTLE HOLDER, a Work of Art, Handmade in solid BRONZE by world famous FRENCH SCULPTOR, Max LeVerrier is unsurpassed in Quality and Detail and impossible to completely describe. Look closely at the larger Photo to see some of the Details, e.g. the knobnails on the Wheels to stop it from moving, the Lion Heads on the side of the Wheels, every cm of Bronze is Engraved, or Decorated in raised Relief. The HANDLE in itself is a work of art in Bronze. Wheels come apart & they Turn, Chariot Rolls and reminds one of Ben Hur's Chariot. Design & Construction were 'Brilliant'. The Handle comes apart from the Body of the Chariot so that you can Serve the Wine by lifting the Bottle from the Base. Made by Max le Verrier in his own Foundry and his Great Grandson in PARIS wrote to me confirming its Authenticity, Uniqueness and its RARITY! DIMENSIONS: 24,0cm Long x 19,0cm Tall x 14,0cm Wide. Weighs approx. 2.5 Kilos. Decorative and Practical as well as a Table Conversation Piece. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP, DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION & QUALITY - Simply Unbelievable! |
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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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CLARET JUG, Wine Decanter ART NOUVEAU, Circa 1880 Breathtakingly beautiful Antique 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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Antique CHRISTOFLE Silver WINE BASKET or Wine Caddy, Wine Cradle Antique Christofle fine Silver WINE BASKET, Wine Caddy or Wine Bottle Holder. It is beautifully made with Ribs like the interieurs of old ships, a wonderful work of Art. Made and Hallmarked by both Christofle and Gallia. Both Practical and Decorative, this Basket will decorate the most elegant table as well as being very practical for serving Wine that is not Decanted. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Dimensions are on the Photos. I have 5 examples, SEE photos below. |
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'Timbale' or Large Goblet French Silver C.1930 VERY RARE Example An Extraordinary LARGE Timbale, Goblet or Cup made by the combined Firms of CHRISTOFLE and CAARDEILHAC. Used both for Wine & Alcohols. Hand made in the finest French .950 quality Silver. Designed in the simplest form having the GOBLET (Timbale in French) rest on a Pedestal Base. Rare early French Silver Hallmarks for the Silversmiths which dates this to C. 1930. This Timbale is heavy weighing about 108g. Hallmarked with French Silver Hallmarks and that of the Silversmiths, CHRISTOFLE and CARDEILHAC. Please look at my Description on the larger photo. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional considering its Age and Use. DIMENSIONS: 8cm high. COMPARE QUALITY, AGE & CONDITION with eBay item# 260262260797, $160. |
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5 Antique CHRISTOFLE Silver WINE BASKETS or Wine Caddies, Wine Cradles Antique Christofle fine Silver WINE BASKETS, Wine Caddies or Wine Bottle Holders. Each is beautifully made with Ribs like the interieurs of old ships or with Silver Wire Mesh, a wonderful work of Art. Made by both Christofle and Gallia. Both Practical and Decorative, these Baskets will decorate the most elegant table as well as being very practical for serving & holding Wine that is not Decanted. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding, disregard the Tarnish. Dimensions are on the Photos. |
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ENGLISH Silver BRANDY, Cognac etc. WARMER, Art Deco C. 1930 Unusual, Rare Service for Brandy, Cognac, Single Malts, Whiskey or other alcohols. Fully Hallmarked EPNS, finest English plated Silver. Dimensions are: 12 inches x 10 inches x 6 inches High. Designed to hold 4 Brandy Glasses including 1 Glass over the Spirit Warmer. This is used for Brandy, COGNAC and other Alcohols such as Whisky, Calvados, Armagnac etc. Both Practical as well as Decorative it makes a wonderful subject of conversation. |
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TIFFANY & CO Sterling Silver SHOT GLASSES - GOBLETS or Cups with 24k Gold Interieurs The name TIFFANY & CO. says it all; Quality, Workmanship & at TIFFANY & CO, everything is 'Expensive'. However, consider the price of 1 Jefferson Cup in Sterling @ $375! Consider the price of a Silk Tie, $150. I have this Pair of identical Goblets - Shot Glasses, for Liquor, Vodka etc. 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 & numbered #25005. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Remarkably, these can be used equally as SALT CELLARS. |
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Difference between 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. Not for Sale |
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AIGUIERE, CLARET JUG, Wine Decanter French Crystal & Silver Lovely French Silver and etched Baccarat Crystal Wine Decanter, Aiguière, Circa 1970. Dimensions are 11 1/2" Tall. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent with no mineral deposits + Lid is tight and functions perfectly. Look at the acid Etched CRYSTAL design and the the Silver workmanship. No residue or cloudiness in the Crystal Body of the Decanter. Unless you have been searching for a good Decanter or Aiguiere, you won't understand how difficult or, how hard it is to find examples like this Decanter. PLEASE look carefully at the larger photos. |
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CUPS or 'Timbales' French massive .950 Silver C.1819 Rare Hallmarks An Exceptionnelle Pair of Timbales en Argent massif d'époque Restauration. PAIR of extraordinary Restoration PERIOD, 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. |
| 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, Dimensions: Larger is approx. 10.5" Tall.
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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. |
| 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 #80260939304. |
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| 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. PRICE on Request |
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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 Gardedesign range of Christofle, makes it that much more desirable. COMPARE with item #3777245534. $583 |
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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. |
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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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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. |
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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. RESERVED for R.E. Sorry, SOLD |
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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. |
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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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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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Antique French Silver WINE BASKET or Wine Caddy, Wine Cradle Antique, unique and original finely plated SILVER WINE BASKET, Wine Caddy 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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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. $488 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 InterContinental Hotel, 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 another 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. Price on Request |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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 |
