➤ Item Condition :Good - Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
➤ Product stock :In Australia
Description :
This elegant champagne bucket, dating from the Napoleon III period (circa 1870), is crafted in the refined Médicis form, a timeless silhouette inspired by classical antiquity and highly sought after in 19th-century decorative arts. Fashioned in metal and richly silver-plated, the bucket reveals the French taste for both practicality and luxury, its silvered surface designed to catch the light and elevate any festive occasion.
The piece rests on a wide circular base, with a generous flared rim edged in a twisted rope motif, while the double handles—gracefully adorned with acanthus scrolls—add sculptural definition and balance. Such ornamentation is characteristic of the Second Empire style, where opulence met classical restraint.
Of particular note are the finely engraved initials GBV, discreetly marking the front and testifying to the bucket’s bespoke origin, most likely commissioned for a family or a distinguished household. The silver-plated finish (doublé argent) not only underscores the quality of the workmanship but also ensures durability, allowing it to serve as both a functional wine cooler and a refined decorative object.
