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What is the purpose of a compote?
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The purpose of a compote dish is to serve a stewed fruit dessert called a compote. However, people sometimes use them to serve puddings, mousses and other desserts. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of antique and vintage compotes.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Crystal Compote on 1stDibs
Baccarat Crystal Compote
Located in Tampa, FL
A turn of the century Baccarat cut crystal and doré bronze compote. The bronze is beautifully
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Sterling and Crystal Compote
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Over one hundred years old, this lovely crystal compote with a sterling silver base evokes a time gone
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Empire Style Ormolu & Cut Crystal Compote/ Tazza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Empire Style Ormolu and Cut Crystal Compote/Tazza
Made in Austria, circa 1920s
An elegant Empire
Category
20th Century Austrian Empire Garniture
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Austrian Art Deco Crystal Compote Centrepiece, Biscuit/Cookie Bowl, circa 1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely small Art Deco cut-crystal compote centrepiece or biscuit/cookie bowl with silvered
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Spelter
Antique French Grand Cut Crystal Compote / Bowl with Bronze Footed Base
Located in Toronto, ON
A stunning and large scale antique French cut crystal compote / bowl with ornate bronze trims circa
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Early 20th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Compotes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of early 20th century French gilt bronze and cut crystal compotes.
France, circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Glass
Materials
Bronze
