Christofle Furniture
Although he started his career as a jeweler in 1830 — after apprenticing with his copper jeweler brother-in-law years earlier — Charles Christofle (1805–63) recognized that Second Empire France had an untapped audience for luxury silverware and tableware.
Gold and silver gilt had been the high-end standard in the 18th century, yet society after the Industrial Revolution demanded a more affordable, but still refined, approach. So in the 1840s, Christofle cornered the market on electrolytic gilding and silver plating, dominating the hold on patents in the country for over a decade. His work soon attracted the attention of Louis-Philippe I and then Napoleon III, under whom he was named Fournisseur de l’Empereur, cementing the prestige of his brand.
While Christofle created decadent centerpieces and tableware for the French palaces — as well as prominent clients like the Orient Express — the company’s electroplating of silverware that was far less expensive than that made by silversmiths attained widespread popularity. At a time when many who could not afford gold or silver still used wooden utensils, Christofle was a game changer for at-home dining. An appearance at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago furthered the company’s reach to American consumers who would soon rival the manufacturer’s European clientele.
The 20th century saw Christofle adapting to changing tastes in its offerings, such as the Aria collection, which debuted in 1985 with column-like lines on its flatware designed by Bernard Yot, and the playful egg-shaped silverware container introduced in 2015 that opens to reveal a full flatware set. The company also now sells barware, home accessories and even jewelry, harkening back to its roots. Now almost two centuries old, Christofle maintains its reputation as a leading flatware and silverware company under the ownership of the Chalhoub group, its utensils gracing tables in homes, hotels and restaurants all over the world.
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Creator: Christofle
Pair of Antique Six-Light Silvered Bronze Candelabra by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique six-light silvered bronze candelabra by Christofle
French, 19th Century
Height 67cm, diameter 37cm
This superb pair of silvered bronze candelabra are crafted in the ...
Category
19th Century French Rococo Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Christofle silver Napoleon corkscrew - Rotary club
By Christofle
Located in Lugo, IT
Napoleon Corkscrew in Silver Christofle
Rotary club Christmas 1976 incuse as pictured
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver
Pair of 19th Century Cut-Glass and Silvered Bronze Compotes by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Pair of 19th century cut-glass and silvered bronze compotes by Christofle
French, 19th Century
Height 30cm, diameter 25cm
Crafted in the lavish Rococo Revival style, this exquisit...
Category
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Large Silvered Bronze Candelabra by Christofle, 19th Century
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Pair of large silvered bronze candelabra by Christofle, 19th century
French, c. 1890
Height 71cm, diameter 42cm
This extraordinary decorative pair were made by the renowned Parisian...
Category
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1950s French Christofle Fleuron Collection Silver Plate and Crystal Ice Bucket
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
1950s French modernist silver-plate and gently ribbed crystal ice bucket or wine cooler designed by silversmith Christofle for its Fleuron Collection. This simple minimalist but inc...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Vintage French Antique CHRISTOFLE "Rubans" Box Silver Plated Dessert Cutlery
By Christofle
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Vintage French silver plated Dessert (or Lunch) cutlery set with cassete (box) of CHRSTOFLE pattern-shape "RUBANS"
Good condition. Please keep in mind that you are buying antique old vintage cutlery...
Category
1960s French Romantic Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 6 Vintage Knife Rests in silver metal edited by Christofle, Paris
By Christofle
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This is a set of six vintage knife rests in silver metal edited by Christofle, Paris.
The stands are silver plated over brass and are marked Christofle on the center rod.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Set of 12 Silver plate Art Deco Christofle Knives Holder, 1930s
By Christofle
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice set of 12 art deco knife holders in silver metal.
This charming knife holder set was designed by Swiss artist Edouard Sandoz for Christofle.
Each knife holder is silver p...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Art Deco Tazza Late 20th Century
By Christofle
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Christofle Art Deco tazza
Date : Has the chess piece mark used by Christofle since 1983 - this piece dates from the late 20th century
Origin : France
Decoration : Large ope...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
1990s Modernist Silver Plated French Ice Bucket by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This French Ice Bucket by Christofle is a sleek and elegant piece of barware, reflecting the minimalist and contemporary design trends of the era. It has been crafted from high-quali...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Modern Silver Paper Weight & Paper Cutter by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Silver Paper Weight & Paper Cutter by Christofle
Category
20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver
Christofle Flatware, Rubans Style, Service Set 143 pieces in Silverplated
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Wonderful Christofle Flatware Service Set 143 pieces in Silverplated
Made in Argentina
Total 143 Pieces Table Cutlery Set:
12 Forks Dinner - 21 centimeters
12 Forks Salad - 17.5 c...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Penguin Silver Plated Bottle Opener for Christofle 1970s
By Christofle
Located in Munich, DE
Christofle Selection silver plated bottle opener modelled as a penguin with blue glass sapphire eyes.
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Antique CHRISTOFLE "Trianon" Box Silver Plated Cutlery
By Christofle
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Vintage French silver plated dinner cutlery set with cassete (box) of CHRSTOFLE pattern-shape "Trianon"
Good condition. The cutlery has been used and had user scratches, and two of the teeth of the fork are slightly bent. Please keep in mind that you are buying antique old vintage cutlery...
Category
1950s French Romantic Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
173-Piece Set Silver Plated Tableware - Christofle - Malmaison - Complete
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A great set silver plated tableware, complete for 12 persons, made by the French brand Christofle.
The name of the model is Malmaison.
The set is in great condition, beautiful color and brilliance.
Original Christofle canteen...
Category
1990s French Napoleon III Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Neocalssical Cut Crystal Gold Washed Swing -Handled Ice Bucket
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christofle Neoclassical Cut Crystal Gold Washed Swing-Handled Ice Bucket, With Ice Strainer
France, circa 1960s
A Exquisite Christofle Neoclass...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Christofle Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
French Silver Plated Torsades Wine and Champagne Cooler by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Sofia, BG
21st Century French silver plated wine and champagne cooler model Torsades by Christofle in geometrical design.
France, circa 1980
Category
Late 20th Century French Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver
Christofle Silverware Set, 37 pieces
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
A Christofle flatware set, Pompadour model. The set includes twelve large spoons, twelve forks, twelve small spoons, and one large ladle. In ve...
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
1990s Modernist Silver Plated and Smoked Glass Thomas French Vase by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This French Vase by Christofle embodies the spirit of its era, combining modernist aesthetics with luxurious materials to create a timeless and captivating piece of art.
Crafted by ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
137-Piece Set Silver Plated Tableware - Christofle - Rubans Croisés - Complete
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A great set of silver plated tableware, made by the French brand Christofle, from the series Rubans Croisés. The set is complete for 12 persons and in great condition. It looks like ...
Category
1980s French Louis XVI Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
84-Piece Set Silver-plated Tableware - Christofle - Art Deco
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful set of silver plated tableware, complete for 12 persons, made by the French brand Christofle. The set dates from circa 1930 and is nicely designed in Art Deco style.
The...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Duo by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service Set 119 pieces Dinner Modern
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations.
Du...
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20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
1950 Christofle France Conchiglia Metallo Argento Set Segnaposti
By Christofle
Located in Brescia, IT
8 Segnaposto "Conchiglia"
Christofle, France
1950
Metallo argentato
Completi di scatola in cartone originale Christofle
Eccellenti condizioni
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Silver-Plated Metal 1960s Fish kettle by Lino Sabattini for Christofle
By Lino Sabattini, Christofle
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful and rare item is made from Silver-Plated metal and composed by 2 parts: the upper perforated plate and the lower bowl. Very good condition: silver oxidation can be pol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century French Monumental Solid Silver Figural Centrepiece, C.1840
By Christofle
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-19th century French Monumental solid silver statue, standing on on a turned ebonised base, the statue realistically modelled as a cast...
Category
19th Century French Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver
Christofle Art Deco Knife Rests, Set Of 12
By Christofle
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite set of silverplate Art Deco knife rests adds an elegant touch to the formal dining table. Designed by Marcel Sandoz for the Gallia collection of Christofle, each rest ...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Bronze planter by Charles Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Silver-plated bronze planter, with children and cut glass in festoons. Charles Christofle (1805-1863).
Orfevrerie Christofle, Tarif - Album (1842...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Christofle Silver Plated Shaker France 1950
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Christofle Silver Plated Shaker France 1960
Beautiful and authentic cocktail shaker, an unusual model due to its design. The comfortable size may require a strainer for certain type...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Christofle, Ram's Head Champagne bucket
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Christofle, Ram's Head Champagne bucket
¡Excellent Condition!
A gorgeous silver plated French champagne bucket/champagne cooler.
The best quality you can expect, very, very heavy ...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service Set 51 Pcs Dinner Unused
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Created in 1897, this pattern owes its name to the Marly Chateau built near Paris by Louis XIV. Marly is one of the most elaborately decorated patterns of the collection; the fine ch...
Category
20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Ice Bucket
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
A small Christofle Ice Bucket from the Normondie collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Made in Argentina, Flatware art nouveau in Silverplated
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Gorgeous unknown pattern made in Argentina Christofle Silverplate Flatware set
100 pieces total. This set includes:
12 Dinner Forks - 20 centimeters
12 Salad Forks - 17,5 centimet...
Category
20th Century Argentine Art Nouveau Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle 26-piece silverware set
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Christofle Cluny silverware set, consisting of 26 pieces, including 9 soup spoons, 9 forks, 6 teaspoons, and 2 knives. The Cluny model is ornament-fre...
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
1990s Space Age Silver Plated Atomes Vase by Richard Hutten for Christofle
By Christofle, Richard Hutten
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A silver plated and glass vase designed and manufactured in France by Christofle, it has never been used and it came in original box. Richard Hutten, a renowned Dutch designer known for his innovative and playful approach to design, collaborated with Christofle, a prestigious French silverware and luxury goods manufacturer, to create the Atomes Vase...
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Late 20th Century French Space Age Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Gio Ponti Candelabra Fleche Lamps
By Christofle, Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of early edition Gio Ponti candelabra fleche lamps, an original cornucopia design of interlaced tapered horns framing a single arrow, imagine...
Category
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Christofle Art Deco Luc Lanel design Champagne Wine Bucket Cooler, C.1950
By Christofle
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Christofle Art Deco Luc Lanel design Champagne Wine Bucket Cooler, C.1950. This Art Deco design model, Vulcan, was designed for the Ile-de-France ocean liner in 1927. Height: approxi...
Category
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle platter
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Oval serving platter from Christofle. Hallmarked on the bottom. In very good condition.
LP2163
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
1976s Modern Silver Plated French Centerpiece by Gio Ponti for Christofle
By Lino Sabattini, Christofle, Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A modern centerpiece designed by Gio Ponti and Lino Sabattini and manufactured by Christofle, it's hall marked and signed by Gio Ponti, it's in perfect condition, in original box and...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle oyster forks, set of 12
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Set of twelve Christofle silver-plated oyster forks. Hallmarked on the top. Very good overall condition.
LP2154
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Dish
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Round serving tray from the Christofle house. It comes with its glass insert. Hallmarked on the reverse. Very good condition.
LP2220
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Christofle Tray
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated serving tray from Christofle. This dish is hallmarked on the reverse. In very good condition.
LP2253
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Christofle Victorian Silver Plated Small Sauce Gravy Boat with Handle
By Christofle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Christofle Victorian Silver Plated Small Sauce Gravy Boat with Handle. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 4.25" H x 7" W x 3.25" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle oyster forks, set of 12
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Set of twelve silver-plated oyster forks from Christofle. Very good condition.
LP2155
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Cake Server
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated Cake Server from the Christofle house, in its original box. It is hallmarked and stamped. Very good condition.
LP2204
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Triade Gold by Christofle France Silverplated Flatware Set Service 66 pcs Dinner
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Modern clean lines in a Classic column motif makes this pattern, Triade, forever timeless.
Dinner Size Triade Gold Accent by Christofle France Silverplated Flatware set - 66 pieces...
Category
20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Bowl or Gravy Boat
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated gravy boat, Vertigo model by Christofle. Hallmarked on the reverse. Very good condition.
LP2269
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Fine French 1930s Silver-Plated Table Mirror by Luc Lanel for Christofle
By Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luc Lanel (1893-1965) for Christofle (Gallia collection) - A fine French Art Deco table mirror with a pyramidal base and two poles holding a tilting mirror.
Stamped Gallia
Bibliog...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of Two 1960s French Christofle Silver Plated Bronze Beets or Radishes Vases
By Christofle
Located in Haarlem, NL
Vintage 1960s Christofle silver plated bronze radish bud vases also know as soliflore or solifleur as you could put one flower in them. But they also could be used as small candle ho...
Category
1960s French Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Charles X silvered brass baluster form candlestick by Christofle, 1830
By Christofle
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Charles X period silvered brass candlestick. The candlestick rests on a raised circular footed base, centering on a dome which features a waisted transition to the baluster form shaf...
Category
1830s French Antique Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Christofle carving set
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated carving set consisting of a large fork and a large knife from Christofle. Clearly inscribed and hallmarked. Very good condition.
LP2202
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Christofle Carving Set
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated Carving Set comprising a large fork and a large knife from the Christofle house. Clearly engraved and hallmarked. Very good condition.
LP2203
Category
Late 20th Century Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Christofle cutlery set
By Christofle
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Christofle cutlery set
Important Christofle cutlery set of 156 pieces and also its original box
Original cutlery set Excellent condition (needs ...
Category
1950s French Louis XV Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Cup - Maison Christofle - Baccus - Period: 20th Century
By Christofle
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
This beautiful silver-plated bowl from Christofle features a statuette of Bacchus standing on a pedestal.
Bacchus is the god of wine in Roman mythology. He is also the god of many e...
Category
20th Century French Greek Revival Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage allure: Lino Sabattini's Christofle Leaf Dish. 1970s Gallia Collection
By Lino Sabattini, Christofle
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Lino Sabattini per il famoso argentiere Christofle France negli anni '70.
Questo raro piatto 'set 'Feuille' placcato in argento fa parte dell'iconica collezione Gallia , nata nel XX...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
20th Century French Silver Plated Wine Cooler By Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exquisite wine cooler crafted in silver plate by the renowned Christofle, originating from France in the mid-20th century. This timeless piece bears witness to enduring quality, s...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Gallia Champagne Bucket / Wine Cooler - Ormesson
By Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning vintage champagne bucket in silver plate, a hefty quality piece by the famous French Orfevrerie Christofle of Paris.
This design is c...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Christofle Coasters.
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Christofle coasters.
Pair of silver plated coasters from Christofle, 1980, in their original boxes.
h: 1cm , d: 13cm
Category
20th Century French Modern Christofle Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle Metal Vase by Luc Lanel Circa 1925 Art Deco
By Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Oakland, CA
The Christofle Metal Vase, designed by Luc Lanel circa 1925, is a notable piece of Art Deco design. Luc Lanel was a French designer closely associated with the Art Deco movement. He ...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Christofle Furniture
Materials
Metal
Christofle furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Christofle furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Christofle furniture, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Christofle were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Lalique, Cartier, and Charles Schneider. Prices for Christofle furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $92 and can go as high as $150,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,668.
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Questions About Christofle Furniture
- Where is Christofle made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Christofle is made in France. This company is renowned for its luxury tableware and flatware and has been based in Paris, France since it was founded in 1830. Browse a collection of authentic Christofle pieces from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Christofle known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Christofle is known for designing luxury silverware and tableware. At a time when many who could not afford gold or silver still used wooden utensils, Christofle was a game changer for at-home dining. The 20th century saw Christofle adapting to changing tastes in its offerings, such as the Aria collection, which debuted in 1985 with column-like lines on its flatware designed by Bernard Yot, and the playful egg-shaped silverware container introduced in 2015 that opens to reveal a full flatware set. The company also now sells barware, home accessories and even jewelry, harkening back to the roots of founder Charles Christofle, who got his start as a copper jeweler apprentice. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Christofle pieces.
- Is Christofle real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, Christofle is real silver. The French silversmith produces pieces out of sterling silver that are roughly 93% pure silver and 7% copper. In addition, Christofle offers silver-plate items, which have a thin layer of 99.9% fine silver over a base metal. Explore a selection of Christofle silver wares on 1stDibs.