Description

A superb octagonal tray, beautiful quality to be expected by the top notch silversmith, Christofle of Paris. It is styled as an elongated octagon (cushion shape), transitioning away from traditional smooth ovals into a mid-century geometric silhouette.
The rim features an elegant, multi-stepped raised edge that creates a framed border around the polished central well. This architectural style was favoured for formal serving because it catches light brilliantly along the facets while effectively containing liquid or glassware.
The tray is fully marked on the underside with the Christofle stamp with the scale mark above together with the Knight Square (OC): The square stamp features a Chess Knight (Rider) symbol flanked by the letters "O" and "C" (standing for Orfèvrerie Christofle).
Maison Christofle is an iconic French silversmith and luxury homegoods manufacturer founded in Paris in 1830 by the visionary industrialist Charles Christofle. For nearly two centuries, the company revolutionized how precious metals were used, transforming silverware from an exclusive luxury of royalty into a hallmark of refined living across the globe.
The house became the official supplier to King Louis-Philippe I and later Emperor Napoleon III, creating massive, breath-taking centrepieces and banquet service sets for French palaces.
Christofle swept gold medals at the legendary World Fairs, including the 1851 Great Exhibition in London and the 1855 Universal Exhibition in Paris. They soon provided lavish custom tableware to foreign monarchs, sultanates, luxury ocean liners, and grand hotels.
Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory (minor wear commensurate with age and use). Excellent condition measuring 18 1/2" x 16".
Item: 46072
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Dimensions

Height = 2.54 cm (1")
Width = 47 cm (19")
Depth = 40.64 cm (16")