1920s French Champagne Montebello Ice Bucket

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This early 1900s French Champagne Montebello ice bucket with very detailed panels on both sides is a rare item having … Read more This early 1900s French Champagne Montebello ice bucket with very detailed panels on both sides is a rare item having survived almost 100 years of utilitarian use. Age to the metal and nice patina true to its age.

The company was founded in 1834 under the name Alfred de Montebello and the business ceased in 1929, during a period of economic difficulties.

French champagne buckets are not just functional items; they are pieces of history and craftsmanship. These buckets, often made of high-quality materials such as silver or nickel-plated brass, were once an essential accessory in upscale establishments, symbolizing luxury and refinement. Never for sale to the public, they were given to restaurants & hotels as promotional items to use whenever their marque was served to guests. See less