Christofle - Coffee pot - Silverplated

Exquisite Museum-Quality Antique French Silver Plated Teapot by Christofle (Paris) Up for sale is a rare, investment-grade antique silver-plated teapot by the legendary French master silversmith Christofle, dating back to the late 19th century (circa 1880s-1890s). This stunning piece belongs to the iconic and highly sought-after "Liseron" (Bindweed/Morning Glory) collection. Designed during the golden age of French silverware, the pot features Designed during the golden age of French silverware, the pot features beautifully sculpted organic forms. Detailed high-reliefs of cascading bindweed flowers and leaves seamlessly wrap around the neck and base of the handle. Key Features: • Ornate Finial: The lid is crowned with a masterfully crafted flower-bud finial acting as the handle. • Insulated Handle: The elegantly curved handle retains its original authentic bone heat-insulator rings. • Rocaille Feet: The body stands gracefully on four ornate, openwork rocaille-style scroll feet. Full Hallmark & Authenticity Breakdown (Stamped on the base): 1. "CHRISTOFLE" in a cartouche: The official factory maker's mark used in the late 1800s. 2. Serial Number "1146084": Confirms production between 1878 and 1895 according to Christofle's archival registers. 3. Scale & Bee Hallmark (CC): The historic oval master-goldsmith stamp (Charles Christofle) used prior to 1935. 4. "2"& "2" Marks: Factory quality control stamps indicating the precise weight of pure silver used in the electroplating process. Specifications: • Maker: Orfèvrerie Christofle, Paris, France

Stima:€200

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