Christofle, Centerpiece - Paris, 19th Century

CHRISTOFLE Important Silvered Bronze and Cut Crystal Centerpiece Paris, late 19th century An elegant neoclassical-inspired centerpiece composed of a large cut crystal bowl decorated with gadroons, resting on a finely chased silvered bronze mount. The stem, richly adorned with acanthus leaves and classical motifs, rises above an openwork circular base decorated with a Greek key frieze and vegetal garlands, demonstrating particularly meticulous goldsmithing. The four-legged base, formed of scrolled feet embellished with stylized foliage, lends the whole piece balance and decorative presence. The mount bears the signature of the prestigious Christofle house, emblematic of Parisian excellence in silversmithing during the 19th century. Dimensions: Height: 36 cm Diameter of the bowl: 29 cm This refined centerpiece illustrates the expertise of the renowned Parisian house Christofle, renowned in the second half of the 19th century for its silverware and its highly luxurious decorative objects intended for the most elegant tables and interiors.