19th-century French silver plate rafraîchissoir / ice bucket - footed w/ molded vine details & two handles 8¼"

An elegant silver plate ice bucket or glass chiller ("rafraîchissoir à verre") with scalloped rim dating from the nineteenth century, France. Its distinguished scalloped edge creates the functionality for the object's main purpose: to keep glassware cool by filling the bowl with ice and resting the stemware glasses upside-down on the crenellation-patterned edges.

This delightful entertaining accessory features four dainty feet decorated with molded vine details and and two pretty handles. A lovely gift for you or for someone else to add a touch of French charm to your entertaining repertoire. Note: One of the four legs does not rest completely on the ground but does not affect the overall functionality or beauty of the antique piece.