Description
Sublime and rare antique egg display, Napoleon III, in silver metal, from the prestigious Maison Christofle, round in shape and resting on 3 claw feet, fitted with a plug.
In perfect condition and carefully preserved.
It has 6 egg cups on feet.
Period: XIXth
Dimensions: Height: 23cm x diameter: 20cm
Egg cup dimensions: Height: 6.5cm x diameter: 4.5cm
Hallmark: the symbol is composed of a scale with a bee between the trays, surmounted by four stars, two branches below and the letters CC, all in an oval in a rectangle.
Signed: CHRISTOFLE
Number: 14 – 1652891
Christofle is a French goldsmith brand, founded in 1830 by Charles Christofle.
His master silversmith’s hallmarks were registered in 1845, the date of the first manufacture of silver goldsmith.
At the end of the 19th century, the Christofle house now produced objects in silver metal. from 1851, Emperor Napoleon III ordered all the official table services of the Empire from Christofle.
from the second half of the 19th century, Christofle also became a supplier to ministries, embassies and parliaments around the world, but also to luxury hotels, shipping and rail companies, both French and foreign.
| Design Period | Before 1890 |
|---|---|
| Production Period | 20th Century |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Style | Napoleon III |
| Detailed Condition |
Excellent This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations. |
| Product Code | UQL-1730134 |
| Materials | Metal |
| Color | Silver |
| Height |
23 cm 9.1 inch |
| Diameter | 7.9 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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