Cut And Enameled Crystal Service Bearing The Coat Of Arms Of Count Adam Rzewuski
Finely cut crystal service enriched with gold, each piece decorated with a polychrome opaline cameo depicting the combined coats of arms of Count Adam Rzewuski (1791–1888), from the ancient Polish nobility, and his wife Anne Daschkow, whose marriage was celebrated around 1820.
This type of richly decorated armorial service was generally commissioned on the occasion of an aristocratic union, intended to adorn sideboards and reception tables.
The set includes:
– 1 enamel-decorated decanter with original stopper
Height with stopper: 36 cm
– 6 red wine glasses
Height: 15.5 cm
Diameter: 7.4 cm
– 4 white wine glasses
Height: 14 cm
Diameter: 6.4 cm
Condition note: a small chip to the foot of one red wine glass.
A service of great elegance, bearing witness to the bespoke aristocratic commissions of the early 19th century.
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Crystal
Reference (ID): 1666256
Availability: In stock
