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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Pair of Late 19th Century Christofle Silvered Epergnes with Glass Bowls, France
By Christofle
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of late 19th century silvered epergnes/centerpieces with cut glass bowls and tops by Christofle, France By: Christofle Material: silver, silver plate, metal, bronze, copper, cr...
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Bronze, Copper, Tin
19th Century Christofle Silvered Epergne Centerpiece with Baccarat Glass, France
By Baccarat, Christofle
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Christofle Rococo Revival silvered metal large decorative epergne centerpiece of reclining child with Baccarat cut crystal compote bowls...
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Bronze, Copper
$5,895Sale Price|37% Off
French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Silvered Centrepiece by Christofle & Cie
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style silvered centrepiece by Christofle & Cie. with an ovoid molded cut-glass centre-dish (later) on a pomegranate branch-form foot, the underside stamped: CHRISTOFLE and 1147156, Paris, circa 1900. Charles Christofle...
Bronze
Art nouveau silver plate jug and bowl by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art nouveau silver plate jug and bowl by Christofle circa 1890 Fine quality jug and bowl by well known french makers Christofle. Rich in Art Noveau design with matching floral patte...
Silver Plate
Charles CHRISTOFLE Napoleon III Silverplate Bronze Centerpiece, 1856
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Napoleon III silverplate bronze centerpiece, 1856 by Charles CHRISTOFLE, France, 1856. Silverplate bronze and frosted crystal. Height: 7.7"(19.5cm), Width: 18.1"(46cm), Depth: 11"(28...
Crystal, Silver Plate, Bronze
French 19th/20th Century Louis XV Style Christofle & Cie Figural Centerpiece
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and palatial French 19th/20th century Christofle & Cie Louis XV style silvered figural centerpiece, fitted with an oval diamond-cut-glass center-dish, attributed to B...
Crystal, Silver Plate, Bronze
19th Century Christofle Silvered Centerpiece with Baccarat Glass Bowl, France
By Christofle, Baccarat
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Christofle Rococo Revival silvered metal decorative centerpiece of reclining child with Baccarat cut crystal compote bowls, Fr...
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1900, Sign: Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle Metal: Silver plated We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at you...
Metal
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, Sign: Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle Metal: silver plated bronze We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are...
Crystal, Bronze
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1900, Sign: Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle Metal: Silver plated We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at...
Metal
Elegant French Silver-Plated Centerpiece by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Miami, US
This exquisite French silver-plated centerpiece exemplifies the artistry of Christofle, one of the most prestigious names in fine metalwork. Designed in an elegant oval-shaped shell ...
Silver Plate
3 Centerpieces, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, 1900, Sign:Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
3 pieces Christofle Measures: Big Centerplace 65 cm (24.80 inch) long x 18 (7.08) High x 39 (15,35) depth (cm) Silver plated bronze and crystal Sign: Christofle , Number: 1391742 2...
Crystal, Bronze
Pair 19th Century French Silvered Bronze Christofle Compotes with Animal Motifs
By Christofle
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite pair of antique silvered bronze compotes was crafted in France circa 1860 by the renowned house of Christofle. Each elegant centerpiece stands on three hoof feet over ...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1900, Sign: Christofle N: 2364323
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle n: 2364323 Metal: Silver plated We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions...
Metal
Huge Antique Christofle Silver Plated Centerpiece with a Figural Reclining Child
By Christofle
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large and substantial antique centerpiece was made by the well known Christofle company of France in approximately 1880 in the period Victorian style. The centerpiece is composed of silver plate over copper and depicts a young child reclining on an outdoor pedestal...
Silver Plate
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Christofle et Cie Silvered Bronze and Crystal Centrepiece, circa 1900
By Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous early piece of antique Christofle dating to circa 1900. The hefty piece is made from silvered bronze fully marked on the side. The cut...
Crystal, Bronze
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1855, Sign: Christofle N: 1286382
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle n: 1286382 Book: 150 Ans D´orfévrerie Christofle silversmith since 1830 page: 60 Author: Henri Bouilhet Metal: Silver plated We have specialized in th...
Metal
Set of 13 Silver-Plated Soup Cutlery with Spoons, Fork and Ladle, 1900s
By Christofle
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Set of 13 Silver-Plated Soup Cutlery Set with Spoons, Fork and Ladle from Christofle, 1900s Vintage Design Soup service suite for 6 people consisting of 6 large spoons / 6 forks ...
Silver Plate
Centerpiece Dish by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Silver plate dish by Christofle made in France. Dish measures 17" wide, 6.75" deep and 1.75" high.
Silver Plate
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, Sign: Christofle, Number: 1631705
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Centerplace, Sign: Christofle , Number: 1631705 Metal: silver plated bronze We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any...
Bronze
A French Silver & Rouge Marble Presentation Trophy By Chrisofle & Cie, C. 1885
By Christofle
Located in Tarzana, CA
A French silver and rouge marble presentation trophy By Christofle & Cie., Paris, Dated 1885 The rouge marble orb surmounted by a figure of a sower, supported by four winged putti em...
Marble, Silver
Celestial Christofle Crystal Centerpiece Bowl On Fitted Silver Stand
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Produced in France by the superb Christofle company at the end of the 19th century, the prestigious Christofle has been operating since 1830, and in that time has garnered a great re...
Crystal, Silver
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Bronze Planter by Charles Christofle, 1890
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...
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Sterling Silver Epergne / Centrepiece / Vase 1911
Located in London, GB
An Antique solid Silver Epergne Centrepiece with a large oval central basket supporting a tall trumpet shaped vase on top of an impressive concave shaped stand. The central stand has...
Sterling Silver
$2,400
H 9.65 in Dm 11.82 in
Late 19th Century Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Putti and Marble Centerpiece
Located in Berlin, DE
Late 19th Century French Empire gilt bronze putti and marble centerpiece The centerpiece stands on a triangular, fluted base with arched feet; on th...
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Victorian Style Italian Glass / Brass Epergne Centerpiece Vase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Enhance your living space with this exquisite 19th Century Victorian-style Italian mouth blown Glass Epergne Centerpiece Vase in a captivating neon green hue. A true masterpiece of c...
Brass
$8,262
H 26 in W 25 in D 17 in
French Silvered Bronze Centrepiece Bowl After Lerolle Fres Napoleon III
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A highly decorative French centrepiece in the Napoleon III taste, this piece is a later recast after a model by the Parisian founders Lerolle Fres, whose original designs were widely...
Bronze
$4,895Sale Price|48% Off
H 17 in W 22.5 in D 7.5 in
Manner of Christofle 19th-20th Century Silver-Plated & Crystal Fruit Centerpiece
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and rare 19th-20th century neoclassical Revival style silver plated metal and cut-glass centerpiece in the manner of Christofle. The boat-shaped ornately body with finely chas...
Metal
LATE 19th-EARLY 20th CENTURY ITALIAN SILVER CENTERPIECE
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful centerpiece made entirely of solid silver, of fine Florentine workmanship, marked with the "800" brand which confirms its quality. Dating from the late 19th-early 20th cent...
Silver
$3,950Sale Price|58% Off
H 17 in W 22.5 in D 7.5 in
In Manner of Christofle 19th-20th Century Silver Plated & Cut-Glass Centerpiece
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and rare 19th-20th century neoclassical revival style silver plated and cut-glass centrepiece in the manner of Christofle. The boat-shaped body with ornately finely chased det...
Metal
19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service
Located in New Orleans, LA
This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten finely-cut bottles, including two mustard pots, four small vinaigrettes and four larger vinaigrettes. Intricate bright-cut engraving along the pierced galleries completes this stunning piece. An epergne is a dining table...
Silver Plate
$12,000Sale Price|57% Off
H 16 in Dm 11.5 in
19th C Sheffield Silver over Copper & Original Crystal Epergne with Lions Heads
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Spectacular 19th century English silver plated epergne with figural lion's head feet and chased silver arms and base. The handblown crystal center bowl is petal cut and frosted with ...
Silver Plate
$7,495Sale Price|41% Off
H 11.75 in W 12.13 in D 11.5 in
19th Century Neoclassical Silvered Muses Centerpiece in the Manner of Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century neoclassical style silver-plated figural centerpiece, in the manner of Christofle and a design by Mathurin Moreau (French, 1822-1912). The circular or...
Bronze
$4,053
H 10.24 in Dm 10.63 in
Antique WMF Art Nouveau Centerpiece Silver Plated Crystal Glass Egyptian Revival
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Lovely WMF Art Nouveau centerpiece four winged sphinxes (Egyptian Revival). This centerpiece was made in Germany by the world famous metalworkers of the WMF (WURTTEMBERGISCHE METTALWARENFABRIK) company circa 1900. The large crystal glass bowl is carried by the wings of the four sphinxes. The crystal glass bowl has been richly carved and decorated and its a true piece of glass art. The frame is silver plated with gorgeous aged patina , showing 4 impressive winged sphinxes. This lovely piece would be a must to your collection. Simply stunning to display this on your dining table. The centerpiece is marked WMF stamp...
Crystal, Silver Plate
$6,500
H 8.5 in W 11.25 in D 6.5 in
French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal centerpiece
By Baccarat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal centerpiece. This stunning oval shaped centerpiece is raised on a tripod shaped Ormolu base w...
Crystal, Ormolu
Sold
H 3.75 in W 16.57 in D 8.69 in
Christofle Art Deco Silver Plate Bowl Centerpiece, France circa 1930
By Christofle
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco polished silver plate pedestal bowl, centerpiece, or serving bowl was designed by the Silversmith Christofle in Paris. The rare piece was expertly crafted in F...
Metal, Silver Plate
Sold
H 2.17 in W 22.84 in D 2.76 in
1976s Modern Silver Plated French Centerpiece by Gio Ponti for Christofle
By Gio Ponti, Christofle, Lino Sabattini
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...
Silver Plate
Art Deco Fruit Bowl Centerpiece by Luc Lanel for Christofle
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Deco Fruit Bowl / Centerpiece by Luc Lanel for Christofle. Large pedestal plate on silver plated by Luc Lanel (1893-1965) for the decoration of the ...
Silver Plate
Normandie Fruit Bowl by Luc Lanel for Christofle, 1930s
By Christofle
Located in Bochum, NRW
Luc Lanel (1893-1965) for Christofle. Fruit coupe decor "Normandie". Large fruit circular bowl in silvered metal, resting on a pedestal surmounted by four spheres connected to a ...
Silver Plate
Fine French Art Deco Centerpiece by Luc Lanel for Christofle
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luc Lanel (1893-1965) for Christofle: A fine French Art Deco round silver-plated centerpiece / fruit bowl. Commonly assigned to the first class dining room of the SS Normandie. Si...
Silver Plate
Sold
H 18.12 in Dm 19.69 in
Center Table mixed Vase Candelabra Old Christofle Silver-plated Bronze, c.1890
By Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Rare particularly original and refined candelabra with the cristal vase located in the middle in silvered bronze made at the end of the 19th by Christofle. This center table is desi...
Bronze
Large French Silvered Bronze and Cut Crystal Allegorical Three-Tier Centerpiece
By Christofle
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large French silvered bronze & cut crystal allegorical three-tier centerpiece, attributed to Christofle Paris, circa 1880. Cast with three seated...
Crystal, Bronze
Twin Fish 'Pisces' Silver Vase by French Manufacturer Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Vienna, AT
A Breathtakingly beautiful and original creation by the Christofle Workshop in Paris depicting 2 stylized Fish, Japanese Carps. Silver plated bronze; Ori...
Silver, Bronze
Vintage Christofle France Silver Plate Pocket Emptier
By Christofle
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful elegant French Chistofle vintage Pocket Emptier. It is brand on the side with the "Chistofle France".
Silver Plate
Sold
H 3.94 in Dm 13.78 in
Art Deco Centerpiece Design Luc Lanel for Normandie Ship Silversmith Christofle
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic large Art Deco style fruit bowl or centerpiece created by for the famous silversmith Christofle for the 'Normandie' ocean liner. Circular shape with a round base decorated wit...
Silver Plate
Art Deco Silver Plated Center Piece by Christofle Designed by Luc Lanel
By Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Miami, FL
A classic Silver Plated Center Piece by Luc Lanel for Christofle.
Silver Plate
Christofle, Pair of Tureens Guilloche Sterling Silver Artichoke Handle
By Christofle
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Pair of tureens made in 925/000 solid silver guilloché in a circular shape with side grips in a stylized vegetable shape. Lid surmounted by an arti...
Sterling Silver