Large silver-plated metal cup Gallia with rooster and goat head hallmarks, numbered.
- Dimensions :
- H20 x W20 x D20
- Color :
- silver (Color)
- Material :
- metal
- Style :
- art nouveau
Cockerel and goat's head in a diamond, silver hallmark of the Alfenide manufacture bought by Christofle in 1880 and named "Orfèvrerie Gallia". The Gallia silversmith mark was registered in 1908, from which point it can be found under the Gallic cockerel, numbered 4118, monogrammed. The number 4118 in the Gallia (Christofle) collection corresponds to a specific model from the Art Nouveau / Belle Époque period (around 1900-1905). According to historical catalogues of Orfèvrerie Gallia (Christofle), this number is generally associated with a punch cup (or bouillon/chocolate cup) with a naturalistic decor. The Decor: At that time, the 4100-4200 series at Gallia often featured motifs of mistletoe, holly, or cherry blossoms. The handles are often crafted like branches or plant stems that wrap around the body of the cup. Cup: diameter 10 cm X height 8.5 cm, handle width 4 cm. Total weight: 299 grams. No silver loss.