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Courge Tea Fountain

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Description

The Courge sterling silver tea service was created in 1891 for the Paris Women’ s Arts Exhibition, then shown in Chicago in 1893 at the Universal Exhibition and in Paris in 1900.

  • Handmade tea fountain of sterling silver.
  • Limited edition of 50.
  • The motif of a squash, called a courge in French, draws inspiration from the Art Nouveau era.
  • Includes anti-tarnish gloves.
  • Learn more about Christofle’s partnership with Sotheby’s here.
  • This item is final sale and not eligible for return.

Condition Report

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Like New

Never used.

Patina marks to base.

Dimensions

Height: 16.75 inches / 42.55 cm
Width: 8.25 inches / 20.96 cm
Depth: 10.25 inches / 26.04 cm

Materials

Sterling Silver

Period

Art Nouveau Style

Decorative Style

Traditional Style

Country of Origin

France

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