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Period: Early 1900s
Antique French Art Nouveau Figural Cast Wrought Iron Ashtray Catch All Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Nouveau Figural Cast Wrought Iron Ashtray Catch All Stand. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 27" H x 13" W x 10.5" D.
Category
Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Decorative Antique Persian Saraband Carpet Pillow with Floral Elements
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Saraband carpet pillow; size 2'0” x 1'2”.
An antique decorative pillow with floral elements allover a red central field, si...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wool
Big French Baroque Loaded Crystal Spears Prisms 3 Light Sconces c 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
These will be newly wired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready to hang. Metal scroll with perfect patina. Housing three ...
Category
French Baroque Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Art Nouveau Silver Jardinière With Glass Insert, Bruckmann & Sons, Germany, 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant, festive silver vessel with a wide oval vertical wall standing on four feet attached to the lower rim, central cartouches on the front and back, supported by a surrounding, relief and openwork flower and leaf interlacing, slightly curved upper edge, two handles attached to the sides in the form of wavy ribbons pulled...
Category
German Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Silver
French Majolica Money or Coin Bank Dog Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Money or Coin Bank Dog Circa 1900.
Category
French Country Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 8 Large Original Antique Prints of Gentlemen in Military Costume. 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful set of military gentlemen in full dress
Chromolithographs
Published C.1900
Unframed.
Free shipping
Category
English Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Paper
Emile Galle Cameo Glass Forest Lake Landscape Vase, France circa 1904
By Émile Gallé
Located in Bochum, NRW
Impressive Emile Gallé, vase with meadow landscape, Nancy 1904-06
Large cameo vase of colorless glass, partially backed in yellow and ochre, overlay in violet-brown, glossy etched de...
Category
French Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
1900s Bronze Cherub on Ceramic Plate & Sunburst Gilt Metal Floral Decor, Belgium
Located in Andernach, DE
Wonderfully presented bronze cupid with gentian flower, held by golden rimmed, light olive green ceramic plate.
Framed by beautifully hand crafted and decorated gilt metal tendrils a...
Category
Belgian Hollywood Regency Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Elegant Pair of French Louis XV Gold Slipper Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Really lovely pair of French Louis XV giltwood antique slipper chairs with intricate floral carving on the apron and top of backrest. The single ...
Category
French Louis XV Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Budai Buddha in dark jade
Located in Milano, IT
This exquisite dark jade Budai, also known as the Laughing Buddha, is a cherished symbol of happiness, prosperity, and abundance in Chinese Buddhist iconography. The figure of Budai, often depicted with a joyful smile and a round, protruding belly, is said to represent contentment, generosity, and the joy of life. Historically, Budai is believed to have been based on an eccentric Chinese Zen monk who lived during the 10th century. Over time, his image evolved to become a symbol of prosperity and well-being, beloved in both religious and cultural contexts.
Skillfully carved from dark jade, a stone highly valued in Chinese culture for its association with purity, wisdom, and protection, this sculpture brings both spiritual and artistic significance. Jade has held a special place in Chinese history for millennia, considered more precious than gold and revered for its ability to ward off evil and bring balance. The rich green hues of the dark jade in this Budai sculpture enhance the overall sense of calm and serenity that the figure embodies.
The craftsmanship in this piece is evident in the intricate carving of Budai's flowing robes and expressive features. His smiling face radiates warmth and positivity, while his posture-relaxed and grounded-symbolizes inner peace and harmony. This dark jade Budai is more than just a decorative item; it is a reminder of the importance of joy, kindness, and generosity in everyday life.
Perfect for both spiritual and decorative purposes, this Budai statue...
Category
Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Jade
Spectacular pull-out lamp pendant chandelier, solid brass & bronze, 1910 Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Extraordinarily spectacular chandelier from the Art Nouveau period from Austria, probably a product of the D. Hollenbach ore foundry and bronze goods factory, Vienna.
The special fe...
Category
Austrian Jugendstil Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
A Pair of French Chinoiserie Lacquered & Gilt Marble Top 2-Drawer Commodes
Located in New York, NY
A Fine and Rare Pair of French Chinoiserie Lacquered & Gilt Marble Top 2-Drawer Commodes, Attributed to Jansen. These exquisite pieces showcase a scalloped predominantly white varie...
Category
French Chinoiserie Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Rare and Important Walnut And Upholstered Parchment Bench By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Carlo Bugatti bench upholstered with parchment, inlaid with pewter details and mounted with hammered copper decorations.Italy, c. 1906 literature: Carlo Bugatti au Musée d'Orsay, Mas...
Category
European Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Elegant Wrought Iron Vanity Mirror
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful wrought iron dressing table dating from the early 1900s, fine French manufacture.
The dressing table vanity mirror has a wrought iron fr...
Category
French French Provincial Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Secession dining chair no.41 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession dining chair no.41 by Thonet. Condition: Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Rug Number
32181
Size
9' 0" x 13' 3"
Design
Tabriz
Collection
Antique/Vintage
Material
Wool
Texture
Pile Weave
Origin
Iran
Age
Antique/Vintage
Category
Persian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wool
c1900 Continental Large Bacchanalian Child Figurine Sculpture - Glaze Terracotta
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1900 Continental Louis XV style Large White Tin Glaze Terracotta Sculpture/ Statue Bacchanalian Child. Absolutely stunning and highly detailed. This piece commands attention.
Category
French Louis XV Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Robert Jarvie Bronze Kappa Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An associated pair
Original surface and bobeches
Signed.
Category
American Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A rare pair of Arts & Crafts Oak plant stands with square tops and tapering legs
By Goodyear
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of simple Arts and Crafts oak plant stands with square tops, and tapering legs united lower down by twin stretchers with a circular plant holder above, (the plant holders...
Category
British Adam Style Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Oak
Loetz Art Nouveau Vase Cobalt Papillon with Applied Butterflies, Ca 1900
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Finest Bohemian Art Nouveau glass vase:
Mould-blown vase with torus-shaped stand and funnel-shaped attached wall with trefoil-shaped, lobed mouth rim, wall and inside satin-finished, polished pontil.
Shape: Production number / pattern not preserved
Decor: Cobalt Papillon...
Category
Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Glass
English Industrial Oak "Captain Chair" or Swivel Chair, Circa 1900's
Located in Savannah, GA
English Industrial Oak "Captain Chair" or Swivel Chair, Circa 1900's. Chair made by Milwaukee Chair Co.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Oak
Indian Rajasthani A pair of polychrome painted chairs with gilt chord embroidery
Located in London, GB
Indian Rajasthani. A rare pair of period side chairs finely painted in polychrome colours with the original floral gilt chord embroidery seats, the seats a little worn with minor los...
Category
Indian Moorish Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wood
Shapland & Petter Extremely Rare Arts & Crafts Mahogany Inlaid Dining Room Suite
Located in London, GB
Shapland & Petter. An extremely rare mahogany dining room set consisting of a sideboard, a buffet and two chairs. The sideboard and buffet all...
Category
English Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Large C1900 Gilt full height Floor Wall Dressing Mirror Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Large C1900 Gilt full height Floor Wall Dressing Mirror – High-Quality Ornate Design.
This mirror features a striking design, making it a captivating addition to any suitabl...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1900s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and floral embroidery fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900s.
Seat height: 18"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request...
Category
Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Edwardian Period, sterling silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver and light blue guilloche enamel letter opener/paper knife, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1905, Allen and Darwin - makers. Sterling silver ...
Category
English Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Napoleonic Bees
Located in Bath, GB
Always highly sought-after, this bronze dore photograph frame is lucky enough to be decorated with a series of gilded bronze bees mounted onto the cream col...
Category
French Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Oversized Edwardian Threaded Glass and Sterling Silver Match Striker
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent oversized English match striker wither a sterling silver mount and well fully hallmarked for London, 1914 (slightly rubbed).
It’...
Category
English Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
German Tinplate Clockwork Wind Up Toy by the Lehman Co. "Balky Mule" Circa 1909
Located in Incline Village, NV
Perhaps the wildest action of all the Lehman toys, said to resemble Ernest Paul Lehman's temperament (founder of the company), "Balky Mule" was first manufactured in 1897 in Berlin (Brandenburg), and had a multi decade run; this example is from around 1909 (see image with markings to the rear of the carriage). The toy is catalogued as "EPL #425" and documented on page 59 and 60 of the book "Lehman Toys" by Jurgen & Marianne Cieslik, published in 1982.
To operate the toy; wind up the attached clockwork key on the underneath of the carriage and place the toy on the floor. Do not over-wind and be gentle, as the toy is aggressive and over 100 years old. The toy will go backwards and forward, and the clown will pop up and down as the cart goes in several different directions across the floor until it winds down (see video accompanying the listing for guidance).
The toy is found broken and/or inoperable, more often than not, because of the rough action, and typical abuse by children (after all, it was a toy).
This example is in very nice original condition and works well. The lithography and hand paint is bright and original with no touch up or repaint. The hand paint is; flesh tones to the face of the clown, red trousers, orange hair, and grey paint to the seat of the carriage. The clothing to the clown figure is still intact and all original. The lithography to the wheels features brightly colored clowns and a German marking logo. What is really unusual is the fact that the donkey still has all four of its loosely attached original legs, considering the aggressive action of the toy. The metal on the donkey is actually treated with "fabric like" paint, to simulate fur.
All in all this is a really cool toy and a "must have" for the collector of tin toys, or someone who simply wants a wonderful example of an early, "turn of the century" iconic wind up toy.
Provenance: Recently acquired from a prominent toy collection in Los Angeles, California
Dimensions: 7 1/2" long x 3" wide x 5" high
Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the authenticity of antique and vintage toys and children's playthings; important considering the fakes and reproductions in the marketplace
it would behoove an enterprising collector, dealer, or decorator to take advantage of the opportunity to buy as many of the vintage tin...
Category
German Folk Art Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Tin
Early 20th Century Credenza Sideboard Art Nouveau by Meroni & Fossati Lissone
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century
Credenza vitrine Art Nouveau walnut and burl walnut by Meroni & Fossati Lissone.
Precious and elegant sideboard with original antique patina, wax polished.
A. Mer...
Category
Italian Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Oak Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Side Table, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts side table.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Solid oak frame with hand-carved flowers on top and legs.
This wonderful Art Nouveau ...
Category
Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Oak
French Art Nouveau Pewter Vase
Located in Delft, NL
French Art Nouveau pewter vase
A pewter vase with flowers and an insect in Art Nouveau style with stones in blue, green striped glass.
The...
Category
French Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Italian Designer, Wall Mirror, Papier-mâché, Italy, 1900
Located in High Point, NC
A papier-mâché liberty mirror designed and produced in Italy, c. 1900.
Category
Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Paper
Iridescent Art Nouveau Floral Vase by Clement Massier
Located in Chicago, US
An encounter with Massier’s luster-glazed ceramics is an embarkation on an acid-colored trip, the sort of exploration which inspires deep reflection and requires transparency. Clemen...
Category
French Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
French Majolica Elephant Pitcher Sarreguemines, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica elephant pitcher signed Sarreguemines, circa 1900.
Category
French French Provincial Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Antique Arts & Crafts Small Salesman Sample White Bentwood Dresser & Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
30" H Antique Arts & Crafts Salesman Sample Small Bentwood Painted Dresser & Mirror. Item features solid wood construction, white painted finish, two drawers, very nice antique item....
Category
Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wood
Calvet Armchair by Antoni Gaudi for BD Barcelona
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Calvet armchair is an exact reproduction of the armchair that the brilliant architect Antoni Gaudi designed in 1902 for the office located on the ground floor of the Calvet House...
Category
Spanish Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brass Desk Table Lamp, Muller Freres Paste Glass
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant table lamp or desk lamp, made of brass on a marble plinth. The lampshade is made of pasta glass, also called "Pate de Verte". When the lamp is switched on, it gives a nice...
Category
French Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique German Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand with Holly and Berry Motif
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique German cast iron Christmas tree stand features a charming holly and berry motif, beautifully hand-painted in green and red with...
Category
German Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Iron
Armchair Model No. 511 by Wiener Werkstätten for Thonet in Museal Manner, 1904
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This rare upholstered version of Armchair No. 511 is an extraordinary find, particularly in its entirely original condition. With its distinctive design originating from the Vienna W...
Category
Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Cord, Bentwood, Lacquer, Trimming
Cast Iron Drafting Table by A. Hoffman Co. 1910 Rochester, NY
By A. Hoffman Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1910 drafting table by A. Hoffman Co. blackened cast iron and steel with wood. Stamped "Peerless" "ROCHESTER NY" "A HOFFMAN CO". Cast iron tripod base. Fu...
Category
American Industrial Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Iron
1900s Viennese Secession Sofa in the Style of Josef Maria Olbrich
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished -
- Professionally reupholstered in quality fabric designed by Gustav Klimt
- height of seat 45 cm.
Category
Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Early 20th C Oak Leaded Glass Bookcase W Desk attributed to Globe Wernicke
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple and elegant 3 section leaded glass bookcase with a drop down desk and compartment drawers. Total of 6 sections all in oak which includes a top & bottom 3 leaded glass sections and the desk. Desk lid...
Category
American Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Brass, Lead
L C Tiffany Gold Aurene Two Handled Miniature Favrile Glass Vase, Signed
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A rare, two extruded handled Louis Comfort Tiffany Gold Aurene Favrile miniature vase with bulbous body in Art Nouveau style. Signed 'L. C. T.' Then '7191A' (See picture 6) dating to 1903/4. Tiffany miniature vases...
Category
American Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Oak Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet with Calla Lilies, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau wall cabinet.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Solid oak with wonderful hand carved calla lilies.
In very good condition with m...
Category
Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Brass
Arts & Crafts Patinated Oak Corner Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arts & Crafts patinated oak corner chair.
Category
Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Francois Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood and Satine Regulateur De Parquet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Francois Linke gilt bonze mounted kingwood and satine regulator de Parquet
circa 1900. Signed F. Linke.
Measures: Height 106, width 24, depth 14 Â ½ inches.
Literature: Francois...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century English Pine Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th Century English pine chest has a beautiful warm tone patina with dark stained knobs. All of the drawers slide perfectly, making it easy for you to get items in and out of i...
Category
English Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Antique English Art Nouveau Candlesticks c.1900, Art Nouveau
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of antique English silver plated candlesticks, quite stunning with a stylized naturalistic design with a definite Art Nouveau flair dating to c.1890/1900.
They com...
Category
English Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Quality Antique Inlaid Mahogany Eight Day Desktop Clock by R Stewart of Glasgow
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique inlaid mahogany eight day desktop clock by R Stewart of Glasgow having a quality mahogany case with a shaped top beautifully inlaid with ...
Category
English Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan
By Satsuma
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic small Japanese Satsuma vase with image of writhing dragons, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.
The vase of elegant baluster form, with a slightly flared foot, slender body...
Category
Japanese Meiji Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery, Stoneware, Hardwood
Inusual Vase, Sign: Muller Freres Luneville, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase Sign: Muller Freres Luneville
acid worked
Muller Feres
The heart of the company was formed by five brothers (Henri, Desire, Eugene, Pierre, Victor) from a glass making family wh...
Category
French Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Shaker Round Bentwood Flour Sifter; Pennsylvania, Circa 1900
Located in Incline Village, NV
Wonderful all original condition, circular Pennsylvania Shaker flour sifter, with wire inserted screen; circa 1900. There is evidence of rusted original pin nails which join the be...
Category
American Shaker Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique cased rolling ruler. An English brass cartographer's or architect's instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A superb example of precision engin...
Category
British Edwardian Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo Glass Limited Edition Vase, circa 1900
By Émile Gallé
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Rare and early Art Nouveau Emile Galle limited edition cameo glass vase, depicting spiky dahlia like blossoms in orange over frosted clear, signed in cameo (see picture 5) with the additional super rare limited edition number 13 -raised in cameo (just visible in the picture centre below the Galle) The only Galle documentation about limited editions, like this, consist of a letter where Emile complains about the difficulty of doing them. It is not known who the editions were made for, or how many...
Category
French Art Nouveau Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Christofle "Gallia" - Stunning Pair of 3-Candle Silver Plated Candelabra - MINT
By Christofle
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent pair of Louis XVI silver plate 3-candle candelabra by France's premier silversmith "Christofle - Gallia Collection", meticulously restored to near new condition, includes two anti-tarnish storage wraps for easy storage, you can't go wrong buying quality, circa early 1900s. The French silversmithing brand Christofle stands as a paragon of artistry, quality, and timeless sophistication in the world of fine silverware. Founded in 1830 by Charles Christofle, the company has built a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and pioneering innovation. Over nearly two centuries, Christofle has become synonymous with opulence, earning the favor of royalty, securing prestigious awards, and adorning homes and dining tables worldwide. From their revolutionary silver-plating processes to their dazzling silver plate candelabra, Christofle’s creations epitomize the pinnacle of silversmithing artistry.
Charles Christofle’s foray into silversmithing began when he took over his wife’s family jewelry workshop. His entrepreneurial vision and artistic sensibilities allowed him to transform the modest enterprise into a global luxury brand. Early on, Christofle recognized the demand for high-quality yet affordable silverware, leading him to explore innovative methods for producing silver-plated items. This ingenuity was paired with a deep commitment to artistry, ensuring that every piece bore the hallmarks of French elegance and meticulous craftsmanship.
Christofle’s philosophy of blending tradition with innovation set the company apart. In 1842, Charles Christofle obtained an exclusive license for the electroplating process developed by the English inventors George and Henry Elkington. This technology allowed the company to produce silver-plated goods of unparalleled quality and durability, democratizing the availability of fine silverware. The decision to adopt and refine this technique marked the beginning of Christofle’s ascent to global renown.
The electroplating process revolutionized silversmithing by enabling the application of a thin layer of silver onto a base metal, typically copper or nickel silver. This innovation significantly reduced costs without compromising quality, making silverware accessible to a broader clientele. Christofle’s mastery of this technique elevated the art form, as their artisans meticulously ensured that every piece retained the luster, weight, and elegance of solid silver.
Christofle’s silver plating involved several intricate steps, each requiring skill and precision. The base metal was first meticulously cleaned to ensure that the silver coating would adhere uniformly. The item was then submerged in an electrolytic bath, where an electric current deposited a fine layer of silver onto its surface. Finally, the piece underwent polishing and finishing, a process that demanded an artisan’s eye for detail and dedication to perfection.
The company’s innovations did not stop at electroplating. Christofle continually refined their techniques, developing proprietary methods to enhance the durability and brilliance of their silverware. Their relentless pursuit of excellence ensured that Christofle pieces would retain their splendor for generations, cementing the brand’s reputation for quality and longevity.
Christofle’s commitment to excellence quickly attracted the attention of European royalty and nobility. The brand’s association with regal splendor began in 1851, when Napoleon III appointed Christofle as the official purveyor of silverware to the French court. This prestigious commission marked a turning point in the company’s history, solidifying its status as a symbol of luxury and refinement.
The French court’s endorsement opened the doors to further royal patronage across Europe and beyond. Christofle created bespoke silverware for monarchs, aristocrats, and heads of state, often crafting pieces that were as much works of art as functional items. Their designs graced palaces, embassies, and luxury liners, including the opulent dining rooms of the Titanic and the Orient Express.
Among Christofle’s most notable commissions was the creation of the Sèvres table service for Napoleon III, a stunning collection that showcased the company’s technical prowess and artistic flair. The service featured intricate designs inspired by classical motifs, reflecting the grandeur and sophistication of the Second Empire. Christofle’s ability to seamlessly blend tradition with innovation ensured that their creations remained relevant and desirable, even as tastes and styles evolved.
At the 1855 Exposition Universelle in Paris, Christofle was awarded a gold medal for their groundbreaking electroplating technique. This recognition underscored the company’s role as a pioneer in the field of silversmithing and solidified their reputation as a leader in luxury silverware. Subsequent exhibitions in London, Vienna, and Philadelphia further showcased Christofle’s mastery, earning them accolades for both technical innovation and artistic excellence.
Christofle’s enduring appeal lies in their ability to strike a harmonious balance between form and function. Their pieces are not only visually stunning but also practical, reflecting the company’s commitment to creating silverware that enhances everyday life. This dedication to excellence has earned Christofle a place among the world’s most esteemed luxury brands.
One of Christofle’s most iconic creations is their collection of silver plate candelabra. These masterpieces exemplify the company’s dedication to artistry and craftsmanship, serving as both functional lighting fixtures and decorative centerpieces. Christofle’s candelabra...
Category
French Louis XVI Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Arts & Crafts Ingrain Rug (11' 4''x 15'-345 x 457)
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century English Arts & Crafts Ingrain Carpet
11' 4''x 15'-345 x 457
Category
English Arts and Crafts Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique French Pottery Water Jug or Pitcher with Spout C1900 Several to Chose
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Jug, pitcher or just a means to transport a liquid. Looks to be made around 1900 and amazingly still retains its fully intact spout a...
Category
French Country Antique Early 1900s Furniture
Materials
Pottery
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