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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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...
Silver Plate, Brass
Pair of Christofle Silver-Plated French Candlesticks
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Pair of Christofle Silver-Plated French Candlesticks An elegant pair of three-armed French candlesticks by Christofle, crafted in a refined neoclassical style. Each candlestick featu...
Metal
Art Nouveau Bronze Chandeliers by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Art Nouveau Bronze Candlesticks by Christofle These Art Nouveau bronze candlesticks, from the prestigious house of Christofle, are distinguished by their intricate design and excelle...
Bronze
$899 / set
H 12.75 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Pair of Antique English Edwardian Silver Plated Candlesticks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique silver plated candlesticks are hallmarked "W.S.&Co." which we are unable to identify specifically, but believe t...
Metal
$4,500 / set
H 11.07 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Large Pair of Neoclassical Sterling Silver Column-Form Candlesticks
By Henry Wigfull
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of Neoclassical (made in the Victorian Period), sterling silver column-form candlesticks, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1898, Henry Wigful - maker. Each candlestick measures 11 1/6 inches high x 5 1/4 inches deep x 5 1/4 inches wide. Columns are swirled in design. The capital of each column is designed with acanthus leaves. The base of each candlestick is decorated with profiles of the Green Man (a good luck symbol...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Christofle Candlesticks
By Christofle
Located in MADRID, ES
Pair of Christofle candlesticks with three arms of light decorated in Louis XVI style. France, 1950s.
Silver
Pair of "Art Nouveau" Silver Plated Candlesticks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Figural candlesticks of young damsels.
Silver Plate
$10,000 / set
H 19.3 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Silver Plate Candelabras Signed Christofle, France, Early 20th Century
By Christofle
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of silver plate candelabras signed Christofle, France, early 20th century.
Silver Plate
$3,850 / set
H 9 in W 7 in D 3 in
Wonderful Pair of Tiffany Studios Dore Bronze Art Nouveau Two Arm Candelabras
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of Tiffany Studios Poppy flower bud centers candelabrum, in the Art Nouveau Design finished in doré bronze gold finish Stamped: Ti...
Bronze
Pair of Sterling Silver Neoclassical-Style Column-Form Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver, Neoclassical-Style, column-form candlesticks, Empire Silversmiths Co., New York, Ca. 1960's. Each candlestick measures 5 1/2 inches high x 3 inches wide (at ...
Sterling Silver
Original Christofle candlestick, silver.
Located in Berlin, DE
Noble original Christofle candlestick Multi-profiled base, shaft and grommets. 3 curved light arms. Extremely high quality and noble processing. With patina. If necessary, the candl...
Metal, Silver
Pair of Antique Silver Plated Corinthian Candlesticks
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique silver plated Corinthian candlesticks having pretty shaped removable sconces to the top and supported by attractive circular re...
Silver Plate
$520Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 8.19 in Dm 3.2 in
Pair of Vintage Victorian Style Baluster Brass Candlesticks, England 1930s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage Victorian style brass or bronze candlesticks feature elegant baluster form and streamlined design. Each sculptural, decorative candlestick features a sturdy, stable s...
Brass, Bronze
$3,140
H 35 in Dm 33 in
Rare Art Nouveau Fine Quality Carved Chandelier / Pendant Light Chandelier 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and all handcrafted chandelier from the turn of the century. This good quality pendant of a 100 years old has six perfectly and evenly hand-carved arms. This stylish exampl...
Wood
Pair of silver plate candlesticks
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of silver plate candlesticks circa 1950. Good quality pair of ornate short desktop candlesticks. Each stamped made in england silver plate. Aperture fits a standard size cand...
Silver Plate
Pair of Christofle Candlesticks
By Christofle
Located in MADRID, ES
Pair of Christofle candlesticks with three arms of light decorated in Louis XVI style. France, 1950s.
Silver
Gio Ponti Candlestick by Christofle Silver Plate, France 1970s
By Gio Ponti, Christofle
Located in München, BY
Stunning Gio Ponti candlestick, made by Christofle, France, 1960s Mid-century modern candlestick with two curved arms. Designed by Gio Ponti in...
Silver Plate
Pair of Gio Ponti Silverplated Candelabra for Christofle
By Gio Ponti, Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Gio Ponti Silverplated Candelabra for Christofle Italy/France, design circa 1935, these examples executed late 20th century a superb pair of silver-plated candelabra desi...
Silver Plate
Pair of Christofle Candlesticks, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
" Paire de Chandeliers de la Maison Christofle du XIXème Siècle, Epoque Napoléon III. " Paire de chandeliers de la Maison Christofle, 5 branches, XIXème siècle, époque Napoléon III....
Bronze
Pair of Silver Plate Candlesticks by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of silver plate candlesticks by christofle circa 1920. Good quality pair of plate candlesticks by well known maker christofle very much in the art nouveau taste. 3 candle ...
Silver Plate
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H 10.63 in Dm 5.12 in
A Pair of Modern Classic Silver Plated Candlesticks made by Christofle France
By Christofle
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful pair of silver-plated candlesticks by the French brand Christofle. Marked on the side of the foot. The candlesticks are in very good condition. Good color and brilliance.
Silver Plate
Pair of Candlesticks, Maison Christofle, 20th Century
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Pair of candlesticks, Maison Christofle, 20th century" Pair of Christofle hand candlesticks in silver plated metal with their original box. 20th Cent...
Metal
Tapio Wirkkala "Sol Lunaire" Metal Candlestick, France, 1959
By Tapio Wirkkala, Christofle
Located in Milan, IT
This incredible "Sol Lunaire" candelabra was designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by the French silversmith company Christofle in 1959 A celebration of the moon, which can be traced - beside the name - also in the base, which recalls the lunar soil and from which 6 candle holders...
Metal
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H 10 in Dm 5 in L 10 in
Mid-Century Modern Concerto Di Trombe Christofle France Silver Candlestick 1960s
By Christofle
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stunning, sterling silver, Concerto Di Trombe, three headed candlestick, by Christofle, made in France, circa 1960s. In ...
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Concerto Di Trombe Christofle Pair Silver Candlesticks
By Christofle
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a magnificent, pair of sterling silver, Concerto Di Trombe candlesticks, by Christofle, made in France, circa 1960s. In ex...
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Christofle Rare Design Candlesticks, Convertible to Vases
By Christofle
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Midcentury Christofle rare design candlesticks, convertible to vases. Each of spherical form on long tubular stems surmounted on white marble cylindrical bases. Stems with full Chris...
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H 7.49 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Silver Plated Candleholder "Sol Lunaire" by Tapio Wirkkala for Christofle, 1959
By Tapio Wirkkala, Christofle
Located in London, GB
1959 "Sol Lunaire" or "Sol Lunar" silver plated candelabrum, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by the French silversmith company Christofle (collection Gallia) The base remind...
Silver Plate