Antique French Silver & Gilt Flask, Opera or Carriage Liquor with Enamel Decoration
Antique French Silver & Gilt Flask, Opera or Carriage Liquor with Enamel Decoration
Antique French silver and gilt tapered liquor flask with two fluted sides. The flask has enamel decoration featuring gold and green swags of leaves and gold ribbon. The gold details are raised and still quite thick. The French silver lid and removable bottom cup are fully marked for French silver. The lid is a twist and pull with the cork still intact. Striking green and gold enamel combination works beautifully with the silver gilt.
French, 19th Century, marks include Minerve 1st Titre denoting silver of .950 guarantee. Maker’s mark is being researched.
Measurements; 5 3/8” high
Condition Report; Overall very good, some wear to the enamel and tarnish all in accordance with age and use.
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Item ID: 091030