Simpson Galleries, LLC.
Lot 182
A CHRISTOFLE FOUR PIECE SILVERPLATED "GALLIA" TEA/COFFEE SERVICE, MARKED, 1937-1983, each with a domed lid trimmed in continuous short vertical reeding and centering a starburst panel with a compressed bun finial, on a baluster form body and flanked by a spout opposite a shaped ear form carved hardwood handle with lined disc mount, raised on a conforming foot with matching trim, verso stamped with the French Coq above "GALLIA / FRANCE," over squared stamp "O C," flanking a Chess Knight's horse head above "PROD. / CHRISTOFLE," comprising a coffeepot with hinged lid, height: 9"; a teapot with hinged lid, height: 7 3/4"; a two silverplate handled sugar bowl with removable lid, height: 6"; and a cream pitcher, height: 4 1/2". Note: Gallia refers to a new metal alloy that the second generation of the Christofle family business trademarked. They discovered that this new metal was comparable to pewter but was less expensive to make and plate, was more diuturnal, and was perfect for the demands of manufacturing. Their creation of the Gallia line of metal started yet another market of high caliber table decorations and flatwares at reasonable prices. The French Coq over GALLIA stamped mark has been used since 1937. The squared O (Orfèvrerie) and C (Christofle) flanking the Chess Knight's horse head is a quality mark used since 1935 and was ended in 1985. Condition: Each in good condition with less than normal wear than expected. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
