Christofle, Fleuron - Cruet set (4) - Glass, Silverplated
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Description from the seller
A set of Christofle “Fleuron” condiment bottles, a refined object that represents the art of postwar French table setting, especially from the 1950s to the 1970s.
It is a dining ménagère, i.e., a coordinated collection for serving condiments, consisting of a central metal silver-plated frame and 3 glass containers. The base is round, with small feet and a central handle, designed to move the entire set easily across the table.
Stylistically, the set reflects a French mid-century taste: clean lines, elegant proportions, and a strong contrast between the transparency of the glass and the brilliance of the silver. They are not “ostentatious” objects, but rather sober and sophisticated, intended for a formal yet modern table.
The Fleuron mark associated with Christofle indicates a production tied to the maison, reflecting the quality of Christofle silverware, which stands for high-level industrial craftsmanship and meticulous finishes.
Dimensions: 24x14.5 cm
Excellent condition
Seller's Story
My name is Riccardo, I recently graduated in Art History from the University of Florence and I am passionate about porcelain. From tableware to artist vases, from figurines to tea and coffee sets, I am fascinated by the mastery and the ability of great artisans and designers who shape this so fragile material, turning a raw mass into masterpieces with a story to tell. During my years at university I became interested in the history of 19th- and 20th-century tableware art; today, every day, I work with prestigious porcelain pieces that always have something to say to me and to those who purchase them. Of my work I love that I can discover more about the objects I find as I travel around Italy, always learning something new. I always strive to convey to my clients this passion I have for the objects I sell, certain that each one of them has a story to tell: the story of who created it, the story of who preserved it, and the story of who will give it a new life.
Translated by Google TranslateA set of Christofle “Fleuron” condiment bottles, a refined object that represents the art of postwar French table setting, especially from the 1950s to the 1970s.
It is a dining ménagère, i.e., a coordinated collection for serving condiments, consisting of a central metal silver-plated frame and 3 glass containers. The base is round, with small feet and a central handle, designed to move the entire set easily across the table.
Stylistically, the set reflects a French mid-century taste: clean lines, elegant proportions, and a strong contrast between the transparency of the glass and the brilliance of the silver. They are not “ostentatious” objects, but rather sober and sophisticated, intended for a formal yet modern table.
The Fleuron mark associated with Christofle indicates a production tied to the maison, reflecting the quality of Christofle silverware, which stands for high-level industrial craftsmanship and meticulous finishes.
Dimensions: 24x14.5 cm
Excellent condition
Seller's Story
My name is Riccardo, I recently graduated in Art History from the University of Florence and I am passionate about porcelain. From tableware to artist vases, from figurines to tea and coffee sets, I am fascinated by the mastery and the ability of great artisans and designers who shape this so fragile material, turning a raw mass into masterpieces with a story to tell. During my years at university I became interested in the history of 19th- and 20th-century tableware art; today, every day, I work with prestigious porcelain pieces that always have something to say to me and to those who purchase them. Of my work I love that I can discover more about the objects I find as I travel around Italy, always learning something new. I always strive to convey to my clients this passion I have for the objects I sell, certain that each one of them has a story to tell: the story of who created it, the story of who preserved it, and the story of who will give it a new life.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
4
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Fleuron, Christofle
Material
Glass, Silverplated
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
24 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
14.5 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
