Vintage Art Deco silver-plated champagne bucket

Vintage Art Deco champagne bucket in silver-plated metal by Potfer, Paris A worthy companion for evenings that call for a bit of sparkle (and preferably a bottle of bubbles or a nice cold lemonade!), this vintage champagne bucket in silver-plated metal from Potfer Paris brings a bold touch of early 20th-century Parisian modernism directly to your table. With its clean, architectural lines and sculptural side handles, the piece embodies that Art Deco confidence — elegant, refined, and discreetly glamorous without being over the top. Made in Paris by Eugène Potfer, a respected silversmith active from the late 19th century to the early decades of the 20th, this bucket reflects the house's commitment to robust craftsmanship and elegant, functional forms. The Potfer workshop was known for its high-quality silver-plated pieces — tableware intended for stylish homes, grand cafés, and well-established hotels in the city. Think sustainable French chic: practical enough for everyday service, beautiful enough for an evening out. This bucket has a pleasant weight in hand (always a reassuring sign) and features a slightly flared modernist silhouette that fits well in both vintage interiors and contemporary bars. In very good vintage condition with light signs of use — fine surface marks appropriate for its age and a clean interior ready for use. Fully marked under the base. A piece with presence, provenance, and just the right amount of Art Deco confidence — equally at home hosting champagne at a festive gathering or transforming your Tuesday cranberry lemonade into something that oddly evokes a getaway on the Riviera.