Montcenis / Voneche - Carafe (2) - Large Pointed Diamond - Crystal






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Lot of two antique cut-crystal decanters attributed to Montcenis / Vonêche, dating to circa 1900–1910, in excellent vintage condition with light traces of time; the taller pear-shaped decanter features deep diamond cutting and a faceted spherical stopper, while the smaller rounded carafe has brilliant diamond cutting, a fluted shoulder, a broad neck with horizontal rings and is presented without a stopper; heights 28 cm and 14.8 cm, top diameters 6.8 cm and 4.5 cm, base diameters 8.7 cm and 8.5 cm.
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Lot of Two Antique Cut-Crystal Decanters — Attributed to Montcenis / Vonêche, 19th Century
An elegant lot of two crystal decanters, distinguished by their sculptural silhouettes and richly cut geometric decoration.
The taller decanter features a pear-shaped body with deep diamond cutting around its lower section, contrasting with smooth shoulders. A slender neck with three pronounced rings rises to a faceted spherical stopper.
The smaller water carafe has a rounded body covered in brilliant diamond cutting, a finely fluted shoulder and a broad neck decorated with horizontal rings. Diagonal cut panels alternate with delicate engraved detailing around its rim. Presented without a stopper originally.
In exceptional vintage condition, has light traces of time. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.
Height — 14.8; 28 cm
Top diameter — 6.8; 4.5 cm
Base diameter — 8.7; 8.5 cm
Circumference — 37.5; 31.8 cm
Lot of Two Antique Cut-Crystal Decanters — Attributed to Montcenis / Vonêche, 19th Century
An elegant lot of two crystal decanters, distinguished by their sculptural silhouettes and richly cut geometric decoration.
The taller decanter features a pear-shaped body with deep diamond cutting around its lower section, contrasting with smooth shoulders. A slender neck with three pronounced rings rises to a faceted spherical stopper.
The smaller water carafe has a rounded body covered in brilliant diamond cutting, a finely fluted shoulder and a broad neck decorated with horizontal rings. Diagonal cut panels alternate with delicate engraved detailing around its rim. Presented without a stopper originally.
In exceptional vintage condition, has light traces of time. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.
Height — 14.8; 28 cm
Top diameter — 6.8; 4.5 cm
Base diameter — 8.7; 8.5 cm
Circumference — 37.5; 31.8 cm
