Antique French Solid Silver Parcel Gilt Beaker Cup, Engine Turned & Engraved 19th c.

Description and Details 

We are delighted to offer this fine antique solid silver beaker made in France in the late 19th century.

The beaker features a wonderfully ornate and impressive design of interweaving motifs, created by a spectacular engine-turned work. 

Additionally, the beaker is parcel gilt (areas of silver and silver-gilt for contrast), leaving the main body a darker silver colour due to the engraving and the accenting parts to be gilded. This creates an impressive illusion of depth and is a testament to its intricacy and craftsmanship. 

Owing to its versatile nature and ornate design, this piece could be use both as a practical drinking vessel or as part of an interior display to elevate the ambience of any setting. 

The inside is fully silver gilt with a rich gold tone which not only complements the overall appearance but prevents the contents held within from reacting and tarnishing the silver. 

The front of the beaker is wonderfully hand-engraved with a floral accent blending into a vacant cartouche. 

Overall a wonderfully elegant piece of French silver with fine decorations on a practical and versatile piece. 

The beaker is marked with the French Minerva hallmark near the top edge on the upper band.

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