SOUFFLOT 4 ANTIQUE FRENCH GILT STERLING SILVER CRYSTAL WINE LIQUOR DECANTER SET

Description

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Item Description
This is a truly beautiful and very rare
4 Antique French Sterling Silver & Crystal Wine Decanter Set
by talented Parisian master silversmith Henri SOUFFLOT, active 1884-1910.
OFFERED FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION is this fabulous
Antique French Sterling Silver & Crystal Wine Decanter Set
of 4 matching pieces, finely crafted by talented Parisian master silversmith
Henri SOUFFLOT
, active 1884-1910. The design is most ornate and sumptuous Rococo style, embellished with
Rocaille
scallop borders, scroll, and flower on twist fluted body and handle. The interior of silver mount has gorgeous
Vermeil
gilt (gold-washed over sterling silver) finish. Sterling silver pedestal feet is also decorated with matching scallop border.
This is a set of 4 pieces - the size is rather smaller than standard wine decanters of this period, which makes it more convenient to place on the table and each 1-2 guests can have their own decanter. It's extremely rare to find 4 matching pieces of this type of decanters today.
Hallmarked
French Minerva No.1 Titre
mark on each silver part, to guarantee .950 purity sterling silver. This is one of the highest quality sterling silver in the world, purer than standard .925 sterling silver. Maker's mark of SH for
Henri SOUFFLOT
, 89 rue Turbigo, Paris, active 1884-1910.
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Measurements & Condition
Each decanter measures 9.5 inch (23.5 cm) tall x 5.1 inch (13 cm) wide from spout to handle, 4.3 inch (11 cm) diameter. Weight 20.98 ounces (595 grams) each.
Each decanter can contain approx. 12.8 fluid ounces (0.38 litre) of liquid.
Very Good Estate Condition
with trace of minor use. The crystal body has micro bubbles or coarse, sandy surface along the decorative lines, perhaps from production (not damage, please refer the detail photos.) Some tiny dimple-like micro dents mainly on the pedestal feet. Otherwise in quite excellent shape and ready for use. The Vermeil gilt finish is still vivid and richly presented.
(Item Reference No.00765-D208)
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Return Policy
Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. The item must be in its original condition. We will issue a full refund on receipt, including the original delivery charge. The cost of returning the item to us is your responsibility.
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