AR - Bottle - Belle Époque - .950 silver - Travel Flask with Cup
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French Art Deco travel flask in cut crystal with a removable solid 950 silver drinking cup, Minerva hallmark, circa 1920–1940, height 11 cm, diameter 5 cm, weight 185 g, condition good with signs of ageing.
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French Art Deco Crystal Travel Flask with Solid 950 Silver Drinking Cup – Minerva Hallmark – Circa 1920-40
An elegant and unusual French Art Deco travel flask, beautifully crafted from cut crystal and high-quality solid silver, dating from approximately 1920–1940.
This refined travelling accessory combines functionality with the luxury and craftsmanship of French silversmithing.
The cylindrical crystal flask features beautifully executed geometric cutting around the upper section, reflecting the clean architectural lines characteristic of the Art Deco period.
The lower section is fitted with a removable solid silver drinking cup, which slides neatly over the crystal body when not in use.
The flask is completed by a rounded silver screw cap and an additional ground-glass stopper, designed to help seal and protect the contents.
French silver hallmarks
The silver is hallmarked with the French Minerva First Standard mark (Minerve 1er titre), indicating a silver purity of 950/1000.
An additional French silversmith's hallmark appears in a horizontal diamond-shaped cartouche, with the initials AR preceded by a small symbol. The exact maker remains to be identified.
History and use
Such elegant travelling flasks were fashionable personal accessories during the late Belle Époque and Art Deco periods.
They were intended for carrying a small quantity of spirits, liqueur or another beverage while travelling, with the fitted silver cup providing a convenient drinking vessel.
The combination of cut crystal and solid silver makes this example particularly attractive, reflecting the refined lifestyle and craftsmanship of early 20th-century France.
Today, it is a charming collector's item, ideal for enthusiasts of French silverware, Art Deco accessories and antique travelling objects.
Dimensions and details
Height: approximately 11 cm
Diameter: approximately 5 cm
Origin: France
Period: Art Deco, circa 1920–1940
Materials: Cut crystal and solid 950 silver
Components: Crystal flask, silver drinking cup, silver screw cap and ground-glass stopper
Condition
In good antique condition, with signs of age and use.
The crystal flask shows some scratches and surface marks consistent with its age. The silver components remain attractive, with minor signs of wear.
Please carefully examine the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
An elegant and collectible example of French Art Deco travelling silverware, combining practical design with fine craftsmanship.
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French Art Deco Crystal Travel Flask with Solid 950 Silver Drinking Cup – Minerva Hallmark – Circa 1920-40
An elegant and unusual French Art Deco travel flask, beautifully crafted from cut crystal and high-quality solid silver, dating from approximately 1920–1940.
This refined travelling accessory combines functionality with the luxury and craftsmanship of French silversmithing.
The cylindrical crystal flask features beautifully executed geometric cutting around the upper section, reflecting the clean architectural lines characteristic of the Art Deco period.
The lower section is fitted with a removable solid silver drinking cup, which slides neatly over the crystal body when not in use.
The flask is completed by a rounded silver screw cap and an additional ground-glass stopper, designed to help seal and protect the contents.
French silver hallmarks
The silver is hallmarked with the French Minerva First Standard mark (Minerve 1er titre), indicating a silver purity of 950/1000.
An additional French silversmith's hallmark appears in a horizontal diamond-shaped cartouche, with the initials AR preceded by a small symbol. The exact maker remains to be identified.
History and use
Such elegant travelling flasks were fashionable personal accessories during the late Belle Époque and Art Deco periods.
They were intended for carrying a small quantity of spirits, liqueur or another beverage while travelling, with the fitted silver cup providing a convenient drinking vessel.
The combination of cut crystal and solid silver makes this example particularly attractive, reflecting the refined lifestyle and craftsmanship of early 20th-century France.
Today, it is a charming collector's item, ideal for enthusiasts of French silverware, Art Deco accessories and antique travelling objects.
Dimensions and details
Height: approximately 11 cm
Diameter: approximately 5 cm
Origin: France
Period: Art Deco, circa 1920–1940
Materials: Cut crystal and solid 950 silver
Components: Crystal flask, silver drinking cup, silver screw cap and ground-glass stopper
Condition
In good antique condition, with signs of age and use.
The crystal flask shows some scratches and surface marks consistent with its age. The silver components remain attractive, with minor signs of wear.
Please carefully examine the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
An elegant and collectible example of French Art Deco travelling silverware, combining practical design with fine craftsmanship.
Catawiki smart shipping services, insured and well packed.
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Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
185 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title additional information
Travel Flask with Cup
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Designer/artist/maker
AR
Model
Belle Époque
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Silver, Transparent
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
11 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
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