Saint Louis Antique French Crystal Gilded Liquor or Aperitif Serving Set

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Saint Louis Antique French Crystal Gilded Liquor or Aperitif Serving Set

About the Item

Saint Louis antique French enamel gold crystal liquor or aperitif service seven-piece. Antique French Saint Louis crystal liquor or aperitif service, circa 1908. Comprising of a liquor decanter and six cordial glasses. Fine quality crystal, patterned with intricate engraving and gilded accents. This model is illustrated in the Saint Louis catalog for 1908, page 39, number 729. The carafe retains its faceted stopper topped by a gold star. These pieces are unmarked, made prior to the acid etched mark first used by the firm in 1936. Like Baccarat, the Saint Louis cristallerie marked their wares with a paper label prior to their acid etched branding and these old paper labels were often lost, washed away or worn with time. The exquisite quality of the engraved patterns and rich gilded accents make this set quite extraordinary. One of the most prestigious crystal brand: St Louis. The crystal Saint Louis is the oldest manufacturer of Crystal of Europe (1586). By letters patent dated 1767, Louis XV gave Münzthal the prestigious name of Verrerie Royale de Saint-Louis (Saint-Louis Royal Glassworks). Fifteen years later, the formula for producing crystal was discovered by François de Beaufort. The Verrerie Royale de Saint-Louis was renamed the Cristallerie Royale de Saint-Louis. Unrivalled, dense, clear, sonorous and luminous, born of a ball of fire and the breath of man, Saint-Louis crystal vibrates with all the talent inherited from History and extraordinary creative fantasy inspired by current trends. Like Puiforcat company, the crystal St Louis belongs to the famous luxury Hermès Group. Measures: 8"1 (20.5 cm) decanter. 3"1 (8 cm) glasses. Weight: 479 grams. The condition is very good for this service. Micro-scratches from normal use. There are no cracks or repairs. No deposit on the bottom of the decanter or cordial glasses. The gilding is very well preserved. Overall with more than a hundred years of age, this set looks to have hardly been used. Service by St Louis circa 1900 are not common, Exceptional in both design and execution, this fabulous service will grace your table and will delight your guests. Shipping and insurance information: Sales only by shipment. Shipping worldwide with Priority Mail International parcel. We deal with original genuine antiques over 100 years old. This set is not subject to import tax to the US. We ship purchase Mondays through Friday (outside french holidays) paid items will be shipped on the first shipping day after payment is received. After registration of your order and confirmation of your payment, your order is prepared and packaged with the utmost care to ensure you receive the items in perfect condition. Your package will be insured for the total value of your purchase (s). Tracking numbers (French and international) of your package will be sent by e mail to track your package online on the french website then on the website of postal service in your country.

Creator:
Saint Louis (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)Diameter: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
Sold As:
Set of 7
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Crystal
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1900-1909
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1900s
Condition:
The condition is very good for this service. Micro-scratches from normal use. There are no cracks or repairs. No deposit on the bottom of the decanter or cordial glasses. The gilding is very well preserved.
Seller Location:
TRIAIZE, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: J4111stDibs: LU191935580383