Portieux Vallerysthal Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

French Blue Opaline Portieux Vallerysthal Turquoise Glass Goblet Vase, with a stemmed construction and a fluted and ribbed design.

Original zoomorphic pitcher ewer in the shape of a partridge. Beautiful item made of silver plate for the head of the partridge nicely chiseled showing the lovely texture of feathers and blown blue glass for the body part, with a handle on the back. Yellow-colored glass eyes. The Head of the partridge is mounted on a hinge forming a movable lid for the pitcher-ewer. This kind of pitcher ewer was mainly used to serve delicious alcohol or liquor with flavor and aroma, such as pear, and mirabelle plum, as it was during the "Belle Epoque" a very fashionable and refined custom. This colored blown glass was produced by the Portieux Crystal factory created in 1705, it has a written mark "Deposé" beneath the body of the ewer, french work from the late 19th century, probably from Napoleon III period. The history of this factory known as the "Portieux crystal factory" actually begins in Tonnoy in 1690. In 1698, Duke Leopold I of Lorraine granted letters patent to Sieur de la Pommeraye, owner of the premises, associated with François Magnien, holder of the know-how, the exclusivity of glass manufacturing and trade in his duchy. In 1898, the Grand Duchess of Vladimir, wife of the brother of Tsar Nicolas II, discovered the factory while on a cure in Contrexéville. She will become a frequent customer. in 1960, the company supplies many prestigious customers: Maxim's, Brasserie Lipp, Hôtel de Crillon, Le Bristol...

Set of Six Portieux Vallerysthal Turquoise Blue Opaline Dessert, Salad Plates

Pair of egg cups in jade glass, Portieux Vallerysthal production, France, 1950s They measure 9 cm in height by 5 cm in diameter, in excellent storage conditions.

Indulge in the elegance of French craftsmanship with this exquisite Portieux Amber Crystal Stemware service, meticulously designed for 11 people. Elevate your dining experience with...

Glass jar in jade glass, manufactured by Portoeux Vallerysthal, france, 1950s They measure 20 cm in height, in excellent storage conditions.

Experience the epitome of French refinement with this stunning Portieux Crystal Stemware service, expertly crafted for 12 people. The set features a c...