19th Century Christofle Silver Bronze and Cut Glass Cherub Centerpiece Compote Cut Glass Compotes Raised on Silvered Bronze Bases in Rococo Revival Style Features Scalloped Cut Glass Bowl Raised on Tazza Form Silvered Bronze Base with Fluted Decoration Characteristic of the Rococo Revival Style Resting Above Finely Cast Silver Plated Base Featuring a Seated Putto Blowing a Ceremonial Horn which Extends Upward to Support the Dish Above The Cherub is Executed with Lifelike Detail with Lower Body Draped in Flowing Fabric, Resting Upon Rock Form Base with Four Feet Alternating Between Hoof and Paw Form Joined by Applied Grapevine Ornament Marked to Underside with Pictorial Hallmark Manufactory Mark: " CHRISTOFLE " Along with Inventory Number: " 1451634 "This Compote Combines Refined Cut Glass with Sculptural Silverwork, Exemplifying the High Quality Decorative Arts Produced in France during the 19th Century Approx: 11 3/8"H Top: 9 3/8"W Base: 7 1/2"L 6 1/2"W Founded in 1830 by the Eponymous Charles Christofle, the Manufactory Is Famed for Introducing the Techniques of Electrolytic Gilding and Silver Plating to 19th Century France. The Firm Continues to Create Impressive Decorative and Functional Wares like This Pair for the Contemporary Market. Minor Chip to External Border and Can be Restored if Desired and it's Barely Noticable We Provide Efficient and Economical In-house Shipping Services US & Worldwide also including White Glove Door-to-Door Delivery Service with Personal Drivers Across the Tri-State Area For Further Details Please Select 'Buyer Arranged Shipping' and Contact our Office in Overall Good Condition Please View all Photographs Closely Out of a New York City Estate Thank you for Bidding with Gold Coast Auctioneers 50 Werman ct Plainview NY 11803 tel. 516-586-3992 We are now accepting Consignments for our future auction Search Words: Decor Decorative Home Antique sterling 800 continental sheffield