Vinegar Bottles in Embossed Silver Crystal by S.J. Dupezard, Paris, 1800s, Set of 3

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Molten, embossed and chiseled silver vinegar bottles, non-coeval cut crystal ampoules. Paris, master goldsmith “SJ Dupezard”, first quarter of the … Read more Molten, embossed and chiseled silver vinegar bottles, non-coeval cut crystal ampoules. Paris, master goldsmith “SJ Dupezard”, first quarter of the 19th century. Elegant model with plinth-shaped main body supported by four feral paws placed at the corners, four circular compartments, of which the two larger ones each hold an ampoule, each consisting of three musician putti with a herm-shaped body. Central section with applied neoclassical dolphin, connecting band decorated with anthems and a pair of masks depicting the Greek god Dionysus, raised column with a three-quarter sphere top culminating with a figure of a boy dressed in old-fashioned clothing, which supports the handle for the catch. Decorative apparatus completed by Greek leaves, beads and floral applications placed on the two long sides of the base plinth. Engraved monogram; it features hallmarks of the goldsmith, title, city guarantee and an unofficial one used by the Association des Orfévres. 756 grams. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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