Centrepiece - Refined Craftsmanship - Alpaca Silver-plated - 2 Swan, French Elegance
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A stunning piece of French metalwork, renowned for its elegance. This centerpiece is a magnificent example of the French Neoclassical revival, where functionality meets high decorative sculpture.
-Origin: France.
-Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical. Characterized by its balance, the use of animal motifs, and the classic fluting of the base.
-Period: Circa 1800-1910. An era defined by refinement and the revival of the great French classical styles.
-Material: Silver-plated alpaca (German silver or "Maillechort" in France).
-Technique: Casting, chiseling for the details of the swan feathers, and polishing.
-Ornamentation: The base features two swans, symbols of purity and elegance. The top has a lobed design and handles adorned with vegetal-inspired scrolls.
-Measurements:
*Maximum width: 33 cm (handle to handle)
*Height: 20 cm
*Bowl: 21 cm x 16 cm
-Markings: Stamps on the lower rim: "ALPACA AM", guaranteeing the quality and the silversmith's mark.
-Versatility: Ideal as a centerpiece, for fruit (dried, fresh, or decorative), sweets, cookies, cakes, or as an art piece to enrich antique collections.
-Condition: Good antique condition with signs of use, wear, damage and patina consistent with its age of over a century and as shown in the photos.
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A stunning piece of French metalwork, renowned for its elegance. This centerpiece is a magnificent example of the French Neoclassical revival, where functionality meets high decorative sculpture.
-Origin: France.
-Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical. Characterized by its balance, the use of animal motifs, and the classic fluting of the base.
-Period: Circa 1800-1910. An era defined by refinement and the revival of the great French classical styles.
-Material: Silver-plated alpaca (German silver or "Maillechort" in France).
-Technique: Casting, chiseling for the details of the swan feathers, and polishing.
-Ornamentation: The base features two swans, symbols of purity and elegance. The top has a lobed design and handles adorned with vegetal-inspired scrolls.
-Measurements:
*Maximum width: 33 cm (handle to handle)
*Height: 20 cm
*Bowl: 21 cm x 16 cm
-Markings: Stamps on the lower rim: "ALPACA AM", guaranteeing the quality and the silversmith's mark.
-Versatility: Ideal as a centerpiece, for fruit (dried, fresh, or decorative), sweets, cookies, cakes, or as an art piece to enrich antique collections.
-Condition: Good antique condition with signs of use, wear, damage and patina consistent with its age of over a century and as shown in the photos.
Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Title additional information
2 Swan, French Elegance
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Model
Refined Craftsmanship
Material
Alpaca Silver-plated
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
20 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1800-1910
