Antique French Silver Mounted Glass Claret jug.

France, circa 1890.

This is a PRETTY and ANTIQUE French silver-mounted ( 950 purity ) decanter.

A very beautiful rock crystal inserted, with engraved decoration of flowers all over .

Totally in the Art Nouveau ( or Rococo ) style and period.

A Rococo style and taste French silver, stamped in multiple areas by the Minerva Head French mark, with number 1 ( 950 purity of silver ), and with a diamond ( lozenge ) hallmark, with letters ED.T ( a well known French silver maker, Edmond Tetard 1880-1903 ).

Hinged lid, nicely decorated with flowers.

With monogram to the front ( see photos ).

Engraved number underside V 5457.

Please see photos carefully to admire the beauty of the work.

Dimensions :

H : 12 inches ( 30 cm )

W : 5.5 inches ( 14 cm ) maximum width

D : 5 inches ( 12.5 cm )

Weight : 2 lbs 3 oz ( 984 grams )

Condition report :

Stamped in multiple places.

Crystal with no chips, cracks or any damage.

Minor liquid stain to the crystal, consistent with age and use.

Silver with no dents or damage .

Clean and ready to be placed.

VERY GOOD CONDITION