41. SILVER CHAMPAGNE COOLER WITH DRAGON HANDLES. EUROPE, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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SILVER CHAMPAGNE COOLER WITH DRAGON HANDLES. EUROPE, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

A luxurious silver champagne cooler, executed in finely chased and stamped decoration, represents an expressive example of ceremonial tableware of the Historicism period, incorporating elements of Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque. The oval body with a subtle conical taper is articulated by vertical fluting, emphasizing the architectural clarity and elegance of the silhouette.

The central cartouches are adorned with elaborate foliate ornament composed of acanthus scrolls and shell motifs. Beneath the rim runs a relief frieze with a Rocaille pattern. Particularly striking are the massive cast handles in the form of fantastical dragons with outstretched wings, curved necks, and finely modeled heads. The sculptural plasticity of the handles contrasts with the smooth polished surfaces of the body, creating a dynamic play of light across the silver.

The base is profiled and enriched with engraved ornament, providing both visual balance and structural stability. The object was intended for cooling champagne bottles in ice and served as an essential element of formal table settings among the upper classes and aristocratic receptions.

Marks: Require clarification following visual inspection and expert examination.

Dimensions: Height 21.5 cm. Diameter approx 25 cm.

Weight: 1380 g.

Condition: Good. Natural silver patina, minor surface wear consistent with use. No deformations or losses of form observed.

Provenance: Private European collection.

Condition: Good, with traces of use
Warranty: Seller Warranty
Material: Silver
Product sizes: Height - 21.5cm, Width - 25cm, Depth - 19cm
Location: Gallery "Antiqon", Brivibas street 52, Riga, Latvia
Gifts: The Bar
Style: Neorenaissance
Country: Western Europe
Period: At the turn of 19th -20th century
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