Antique French PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver & Intaglio Glass Claret Jug, Empire Napoleon III There are no chips or

There are no chips or losses on this large and beautiful old one

There is a missing porcelain flower from the lower curve of the right branch and possibly a few small chips to the flower petals

We have rococo style napkin rings

In the manner of layered painting and varnish which ages to golden hues over time

which has its black back-painted (eglomise) glazing still with it

Antique French PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver & Intaglio Glass Claret Jug, Empire Napoleon III There are no chips orAbsolutely exquisite antique French PUIFORCAT hallmarked sterling silver & cut glass 9 7 8" 20oz claret jug, beautifully ornate with Classical or Empire styling including bows & ribbons, laurel garland, acanthus accents and that stunning intaglio etched or engraved & wheel cut glass or crystal body, most likely Baccarat! Sure seems like it's been a while since we had a great old French sterling silver claret jug so, here you go! Laurel leaves winding