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Antique French Christofle Silver-Plated Bowl – 19th 20th Century They use 16 grams of sterling silver to make this bowl. Offered is a beautiful antique French silver-plated bowl by the prestigious Maison Christofle, one of France’s most renowned silversmith and luxury tableware manufacturers.This elegant small bowl features the craftsmanship and quality for which early Christofle pieces are highly sought after by collectors of antique French silver plate, European tableware, and decorative arts.The underside bears multiple original Christofle factory marks and production markings, including the distinctive Christofle maker’s mark incorporating the CC initials, balance, bee and stars, along with the CHRISTOFLE name and additional stamped numbers.The piece also bears additional numerical markings associated with Christofle’s historical silver-plating and production system.Measurements* Diameter: Approximately 5 1/2 inches
* Height: Approximately 2 1/2 inchesConditionVery Good Antique Condition.The bowl displays beautifully overall but, as expected with a piece of this age, it does show minor signs of age, handling, and use. There are areas of surface wear consistent with antique silver plate, including light scratches, rubbing, patina, and slight variations in the finish.Please examine all photographs carefully, as the pictures are considered part of the condition description. The original antique character and age-related wear are part of what makes this piece desirable to collectors.A Wonderful Collector’s PieceThis would make a wonderful addition to a collection of antique French silver plate, Christofle, European antiques, or fine decorative tableware. Its compact size also makes it especially versatile for display, as a jewelry or trinket bowl, serving, or simply showcasing as a beautiful piece of French craftsmanship.Maker: Christofle
Origin: France
Material: Silver-Plated Metal
Period: Antique, likely late 19th/early 20th century based on the marks
Diameter: 5 1/2”
Height: 2 1/2”
Condition: Very Good antique condition with age-appropriate signs of wear