Colorado Crystal & 22k Gold Oak Leaf Decanter from Baccarat, France, 1970, Set of 2

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An elegant Baccarat crystal footed decanter in the celebrated Colorado pattern, richly decorated with a wide 22-karat gold frieze of … Read more An elegant Baccarat crystal footed decanter in the celebrated Colorado pattern, richly decorated with a wide 22-karat gold frieze of oak leaves and acorns. Made in France and signed with the Baccarat acid-etched factory mark to the underside, this substantial piece exemplifies the luxurious decorative crystal for which the historic French house is renowned. The classically proportioned body is hand-blown in exceptionally clear crystal, rising from a circular foot through a gently tapering body and elongated faceted neck. Encircling the body is the distinctive Colorado decoration: an elaborate frieze of naturalistic oak branches, leaves and acorns executed in richly polished gold and framed above and below by geometric Greek-key borders. Further gilding accents the rim and perimeter of the circular foot, creating a particularly refined contrast against the brilliant transparency of the crystal. The decanter retains its original hollow-blown crystal stopper, elegantly shaped in an elongated oval form and finished with a gilt accent at its apex. The stopper is numbered to correspond with the number on the decanter, indicating that the two were individually fitted as a matching pair. The underside displays a large polished concave pontil together with the iconic Baccarat France acid-etched mark. Dating to approximately the 1960s-1970s, the Colorado pattern combines Baccarat's renowned crystal craftsmanship with lavish precious-metal decoration. The naturalistic oak leaf and acorn motif gives the piece a sophisticated neoclassical character and makes it particularly impressive when displayed alongside matching Colorado stemware. A highly decorative piece in its own right and an excellent addition to a Baccarat collection. Coordinating Colorado port, wine and water glasses, champagne coupes and additional decanters are also available separately. Maker: Baccarat Pattern: Colorado Date: Circa 1970 Period: Mid-20th Century Origin: France Material: Hand-blown crystal glass, 22-karat gold decoration Markings: Baccarat France acid-etched factory mark; numbered matching stopper Condition: Excellent vintage condition with very little loss to the gilding and minimal evidence of use. Measurements: Height: 7.5 in. (19.1 cm) Width: 7 in. (17.8 cm), including handle Depth: approximately 4 in. (10.2 cm) Rim Diameter: approximately 4 in. (10.2 cm) Base Diameter: approximately 4 in. (10.2 cm) See less