Hourglass - Christofle - Silverplated - 1950-1960

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Christofle silver-plated decorative hourglass, 17 cm high, 8 cm wide and 8 cm deep, dating to 1950–1960, in very good condition with minimal signs of wear and age, featuring glass ampoules and purple sand with a turned-column construction.

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Elegant decorative hourglass signed Christofle, made in silvered metal with transparent glass ampoules and refined violet-colored sand.
The structure features turned columns and a balanced, sober, timeless line, typical of the high-end French craftsmanship.

A object of great charm, conceived not only as a symbolic instrument of time passing, but above all as a premium decorative element, ideal for classic settings, shabby chic, or elegant contemporary interiors.

The hourglass is in more than excellent overall condition.

Elegant decorative hourglass signed Christofle, made in silvered metal with transparent glass ampoules and refined violet-colored sand.
The structure features turned columns and a balanced, sober, timeless line, typical of the high-end French craftsmanship.

A object of great charm, conceived not only as a symbolic instrument of time passing, but above all as a premium decorative element, ideal for classic settings, shabby chic, or elegant contemporary interiors.

The hourglass is in more than excellent overall condition.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Silverplated
Manufacturer/brand
Christofle
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
17 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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