Baccarat - Drinking set for 6 (32) - Service U. - Crystal

Baccarat - Rare “U” Monogrammed Service (32 pieces) - 1867.

The Excellence of Crystal: The Triumph of the Belle Époque.

Auction of an exceptionally rare service of great historical importance, identified in Baccarat catalogs as the “Service U.” Dating from 1867, this set represents the pinnacle of production in Cristal Fort, a noble material designed to sustain deep cuts without losing its legendary silver-bright luster.

Museum-Collection Details
The “Gondole” Form: One of the most sought-after features among collectors. The base is not circular but lobed like a flower, an extreme technical detail requiring absolute precision in grinding. Similar exemplars are housed at the Musée Baccarat in Paris.

Cut (Taille): A dense diamond-point decoration with radiating stars, framed by large hand-smoothed ogives.

Exclusive Monogramming: Each piece bears a hand-engraved monogram (initials “C” and “G/M”) in a smooth medallion, proof of a prestigious private commission for a high-status residence.

Composition of the Service (32 Pieces)
6 Water Goblets: H 16.4 cm | Ø 8 cm
6 Champagne Glasses: H 11.4 cm | Ø 10 cm | Base 10 cm
6 White Wine Glasses: H 12.6 cm | Ø 5.1 cm | Base 6.3 cm
6 Port Glasses: H 11 cm | Ø 5.2 cm | Base 6.1 cm
6 Sherry Glasses: H 8.3 cm | Ø 3.9 cm | Base 4.5 cm
1 Bottle with stopper: H 32.5 cm (27.5 cm without stopper)
1 Carafe (Broc): H 28.5 cm | Base 9.2 cm
Condition and Authenticity
The service is in exceptional condition, preserving intact the transparency and clarity of the original cuts. Being pieces produced in 1867, they precede the acid-mark introduction (1936); their authenticity is guaranteed by perfect correspondence with the technical drawings in the original period catalog.

Note for the buyer:
Such a complete and personalized service represents an absolute rarity on the market. Currently located in the Veneto region, Italy. Professional and ultra-protected shipping guaranteed.