Antique French Sterling Silver Timbale or Beaker, Ribbons and Roses

About This Piece

A beautiful French sterling silver timbale featuring an urn overflowing with roses and a ribbon motif, created during La Belle Époque — that golden period of French life between 1880 and the start of the First World War, marked by peace, optimism, and a flourishing of the arts. On the reverse, a matching cartouche has been left unmonogrammed, ready for a personal inscription. These wonderful French silver cups offer multiple uses, from drinking to decorating.

Hallmarks & Provenance

French sterling silver, .950. Marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and maker’s punch PB with a toothed wheel for the silversmith Pierre Bezo, c. 1913.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: France
• Date: c. 1913 (La Belle Époque)
• Maker: Pierre Bezo
• Material: French sterling silver, .950
• Height: 2⅞"
• Diameter: 2½"
• Weight: 95 grams
• Cartouche: Unmonogrammed — available for personalisation
• Item ID: 121019

Condition

Very good. Micro surface scratches in accordance with age and use. Several small dings on the bottom, visible only when the cup is inverted — not seen in the upright position. A ding is also present inside the cup but is not visible or felt on the exterior.

Shipping & Handling

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