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Pair of Christofle cut-glass and silvered bronze centrepieces

Creator: Christofle
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Pair of Christofle cut-glass and silvered bronze centrepieces
French, 19th Century
Height 24cm, width 63cm, depth 35cm

This exquisite pair were made by the French manufactory Christofle. Founded in 1830 by Charles Christofle, the firm was the first to introduce silver plating and electrolytic gilding to the French decorative arts market. These two centrepieces – identical in design – are a superb example of the fine work of the manufactory.

The pieces comprise a cut-glass bowl within a silvered bronze decorative base. The bowl sports a scallop edge, with etched fluting on the main body. The twin handles are formed of putti, who peer at the bird resting on their hand – a truly charming design. The putti rest on branches, which extend into the main foliate body of the base, which is replete with vines, leaves, and hanging fruit. On the front and reverse are further cherubs, who flank foliate cartouches inset with monograms. The entire composition is supported by four branch-form feet.

Contrasting clear glass with shining silvered bronze, this pair is a decorative triumph that would suit both contemporary and traditional interiors.

Artist/Maker: Christofle

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Cut-glass, silvered bronze.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17298
Incollect Reference #:	726969

Dimensions

W.	24.8 in;	H.	9.45 in;	D.	13.78 in;
W.	63 cm;	H.	24 cm;	D.	35 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.