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Antique Silverplate European Wine Cooler / Champagne Bucket, Circa 1890–1910
Elevate your entertaining with this beautifully proportioned antique silverplate wine …
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Antique Silverplate European Wine Cooler / Champagne Bucket, Circa 1890–1910
Elevate your entertaining with this beautifully proportioned antique silverplate wine cooler, a true remnant of Belle Époque hospitality. Likely French in origin, this oval bucket exudes the restrained elegance of late 19th-century European table service — the kind once found gracing the sideboards of grand hotels and aristocratic dining rooms.
The vessel features a gracefully tapered oval form with a rolled lip and two delightful ring-loop side handles, perfectly sized for tableside service. A subtle banded detail encircles the lower body, adding architectural refinement to an otherwise clean silhouette. The interior reveals the characteristic warm golden patina of aged silverplate — honest evidence of a well-used, well-loved piece.
Stamped on the base with what appears to be a maker's or inventory mark ("95"), consistent with European hotel or restaurant silver of the period. No maker's cartouche visible, which is common for commercial-grade European service pieces of this era.
Whether displayed as a vessel for wine, champagne, flowers, or utensils, this cooler brings genuine Old World glamour to any setting.
Details:
Material: Silverplate over base metal
Origin: French or European, likely hotel/restaurant service silver
Period: Circa 1890–1910
Dimensions: 12" wide (handle to handle) × 7" across (interior opening) × 8" tall
Condition: Bright, polished surface with natural wear — light scratches and scuffs consistent with age and use. Interior shows warm tarnished patina. Structurally sound with no dents or damage.
Marks: Small stamped "95" on base
A charming and functional antique with true provenance and personality.
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 7ʺD × 8ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silverplate
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Bright, polished surface with natural wear — light scratches and scuffs consistent with age and use. Interior shows warm … moreCondition: Bright, polished surface with natural wear — light scratches and scuffs consistent with age and use. Interior shows warm tarnished patina. Structurally sound with no dents or damage. less
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