BOIN TABURET ANTIQUE FRENCH STERLING SILVER WINE LIQUOR EWER PITCHER DECANTER JM

Description

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Item Description
This is an exceptional quality
Antique French Sterling Silver Wine Liquor Decanter
by renown Parisian silversmith Boin-Taburet, 1873-1900, in excellent condition!
OFFERED FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION is this fabulous
Antique French Sterling Silver Wine Decanter
with magnificent array of elaborate decoration. This upper part including handle and lid is wholly made of the finest quality French sterling silver .950 purity. The pattern is intricate Rococo style, C and S shaped scrolling and
rocaille
scallop borders accentuated with grape vine and fruits. One of the main attraction of this gorgeous decanter is a large masque of Bacchus on lower part of the spout - also known as Dionysus, Bacchus was the Roman god of agriculture, wine and fertility.
What's extraordinary here is that also the crystal has matching hand-etched decoration of Bacchus masques. It is extremely hard to execute such a work, and it is done with masterful attention to every details. You will appreciate the workmanship that went into this beautiful piece. The interior part of silver has
vermeil
finish (gold-washed over sterling silver.) Hand-engraved monogram on where it covers spout, probably MJ, with intricate interlaced letters.
Hallmarked
French Minerva No.1 Titre
mark 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
Boin-Taburet
, was established in 1873 by antique dealer George Boin and jeweller Emile Taburet. The firm was renowned for the revival of Louis XV style silver work in Paris, and awarded a gold medal at the Paris 1889
Exposition Universelle
. As well as producing exceptional silver and metal work. The company retailed small items of furniture and decorative objects of very highest order, made by the leading
ébéniste
of the day, as well. Serial number 3034 and letter B is also presented.
Measurements & Condition
7.5 inch (19 cm) wide spout to handle x 5.9 inch (15 cm) diameter at bottom x 10.2 inch (26 cm) tall.
Weight 1,632 grams (57.57 oz).
Contains approx. 1 litre (33.8 fluid ounces) of liquid.
Excellent Estate Condition
with minor sign of light use. Some light scratch marks commensurate with age. The lid opens and closes perfectly. Please refer the detail photos I added.
(Item Reference No.00717)
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Shipping & Handling Instruction
Global shipping available!
The buyer pays US for shipping and handling charges to worldwide destinations via Colissimo International.
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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