Chalice in Solid Silver Vermeil, Precious Stones and Enamels. France, XIX Century

Magnificent nineteenth century French chalice from about 1870. Solid silver, vermeil, which gives it a very unique beauty. Widely decorated with plant motifs that are repeated in both the rose and the base of six lobes, consisting of unique geometries plants topped with pineapples on their upper ends, which are interspersed with elegant inlaid with amethyst stones in a purple tone beautifully carved and elegantly crimped to the piece, while praised by ornamental circles. Presents the contrast in both the cup and the base, and also in the plate accompanying the cup, also engraved with religious themes. Size of the chalice: 23.5 cm high and 15 cm in diameter. Platter: 14 cm in diameter. Total weight of 492 grs.