Description

Art Deco squirrel nut dishes by renowned french silversmith, Christofle designed by ANTOINETTE DE RIBES (1892-1972) A pupil of Aristide Maillol (1861-1944) who was a French sculptor, painter, designer and illustrator. He started his career as a painter and tapestry designer, but after 1900 devoted himself to three-dimensional work, becoming one of the most important sculptors of the 20th century.

These charming eye catching squirrel nut dishes feature curved tail handles and wonderful strong cubist art deco lines.

The two smaller Squirrel dishes are Stamped Christofle on the back of the tale with the larger squirrel being stamped on its base and numbered 230.

The two smaller Squirrel nut dish measurements are as follows:
Height: 4′ x Width: 2.5′ x Depth: 4.5′

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