No. 101750701

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Chocolate pot - .950 silver
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Chocolate pot - .950 silver

Exceptional French Silver Chocolate Pot (Chocolatière) – 19th Century Solid 950 French Silver – Weight: 640 g A magnificent and rare 19th-century French chocolatière, crafted in solid 950/1000 French silver, representing the highest national silver standard of the period. This refined and elegant piece is a superb example of traditional French silversmithing, created for aristocratic households and formal service. A Rare and Unique Antique Piece This antique chocolate pot features a tall cylindrical body richly decorated with refined repoussé and chased motifs in classic 19th-century French style. The elegant spout and domed lid, topped with its original finial, reflect both functionality and decorative sophistication. The side-mounted wooden handle, specifically designed to protect from heat during service, remains intact and beautifully preserved — a key characteristic of authentic period chocolatières. With a substantial weight of 640 grams, the piece is made of solid 950 silver, confirming both its intrinsic material value and its high-quality craftsmanship. Noble Provenance This exceptional chocolatière originates from a distinguished noble family collection, where it has been preserved for generations. Its aristocratic provenance adds historical depth and prestige to the object. Condition The piece is in very, very good antique condition, especially considering its age. • No major damages • No structural restorations • Beautiful natural patina consistent with age The silver remains well preserved, and the wooden handle is stable and original. A True Collector’s Item Antique French 950 silver chocolatières are increasingly rare on the international market, particularly in such preserved condition and with noble provenance. This is a unique and highly collectible example, ideal for serious collectors of fine European silver, interior designers, or investors in historical silver objects. A refined statement piece embodying elegance, craftsmanship, and aristocratic tradition. Delivery with Insurance

No. 101750701

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Chocolate pot - .950 silver

Chocolate pot - .950 silver

Exceptional French Silver Chocolate Pot (Chocolatière) – 19th Century
Solid 950 French Silver – Weight: 640 g

A magnificent and rare 19th-century French chocolatière, crafted in solid 950/1000 French silver, representing the highest national silver standard of the period. This refined and elegant piece is a superb example of traditional French silversmithing, created for aristocratic households and formal service.

A Rare and Unique Antique Piece

This antique chocolate pot features a tall cylindrical body richly decorated with refined repoussé and chased motifs in classic 19th-century French style. The elegant spout and domed lid, topped with its original finial, reflect both functionality and decorative sophistication.

The side-mounted wooden handle, specifically designed to protect from heat during service, remains intact and beautifully preserved — a key characteristic of authentic period chocolatières.

With a substantial weight of 640 grams, the piece is made of solid 950 silver, confirming both its intrinsic material value and its high-quality craftsmanship.

Noble Provenance

This exceptional chocolatière originates from a distinguished noble family collection, where it has been preserved for generations. Its aristocratic provenance adds historical depth and prestige to the object.

Condition

The piece is in very, very good antique condition, especially considering its age.
• No major damages
• No structural restorations
• Beautiful natural patina consistent with age

The silver remains well preserved, and the wooden handle is stable and original.

A True Collector’s Item

Antique French 950 silver chocolatières are increasingly rare on the international market, particularly in such preserved condition and with noble provenance.

This is a unique and highly collectible example, ideal for serious collectors of fine European silver, interior designers, or investors in historical silver objects.

A refined statement piece embodying elegance, craftsmanship, and aristocratic tradition.

Delivery with Insurance

Final bid
€ 1,850
Inés Fernández
Expert
Estimate  € 2,000 - € 2,200

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