Direct from paris, a stunning silver plated "filets model" champagne / wine cooler in like new condition by france's premier silversmith "christofle", silversmith the the kings & queens of europe for generations, luxury and elegance traditionally reserved for the french elite, circa 1950s.Internationally known brand and recognizable quality, this spectacular piece has been hand crafted to the highest of international standards, an ultra luxurious addition to any stately home, quality and craftsmanship traditionally reserved for the french aristocracy, you can't go wrong buying quality.The "filets" model champagne bucket was created in the 1950s.This very refined bar piece has a set of nets on its surface as its only ornaments.This used champagne cooler is characteristic of the modernism of 50s which finds its origin with the bauhaus movement that established the idea that beauty could be obtained by the purity of forms.This champagne cooler reduced to the strict minimum of its shape, reflects christofle's commitment to this modern movement, and for applying it to tableware.This magnificent champagne / wine cooler is in "like new" condition and measures approximately 20.50 cm.In height, has a top diameter of roughly 19.00 cm., is 24.50 cm.Across to the tips of the handles and weights a massive 1, 490 grams.It is stamped "christofle " on the underside and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.Founded in 1830, christofle is famed for its elegant traditional styling and legendary quality.As "silversmith to the king", christofle has been france's premier supplier of fine silver-plate flatware and tableware since the days of louis-phillippe.In 1842 christofle was authorized to stamp its hallmark on their tableware and flatware products as a guarantee of their quality.Working exclusively in the multi-patented silver-plating process of the highest quality, the christofle artisans skillfully handcrafted each piece with the fine workmans.