Montcenis/Voneche - Plate (3) - Crystal

Exceptional collection of three large antique crystal serving dishes produced by the historic Montcenis / Vôneche crystalworks, dating from the early 19th century.
Each piece features a generous, beautifully balanced form with gracefully scalloped borders, sweeping hand-cut motifs and finely cut starburst centres. The elegant spiral decoration creates a remarkable sense of movement, while the substantial weight, clarity and brilliance of the crystal reflect the exceptional craftsmanship associated with these celebrated early European manufactories.
As individually handmade antique pieces, the dishes display subtle variations in their cutting, proportions and decorative details, giving each one its own distinctive character.
The three dishes remain in beautiful antique condition for their age, with some light surface marks, scratches and other natural traces of time. One dish has several chips, clearly shown in the photographs. Please examine all images carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
A rare and highly decorative group of early 19th-century crystal, ideal for serving fruit or desserts, creating an elegant table centrepiece, or enriching a distinguished collection of historic Montcenis and Vôneche glassware.
Height — 4; 5 cm
Circumference — 23; 25.3 cm