Antique French Silver & Gilt Flask, Opera or Carriage Liquor with Enamel Decoration mixing martinis and others sold directly to

and others sold directly to customers at their Broadway store in New York City — a fascinating chapter in the firm’s history

Spring-loaded and perfectly weighted for holding the buttery shells of escargot — that iconic dish elevated by French chefs with butter

Item ID: 121028

Maker’s mark worn but appears to be IJ

The company is still in business today offering silver for the table and wedding gifts among other items

Antique French Silver & Gilt Flask, Opera or Carriage Liquor with Enamel Decoration mixing martinis and others sold directly toAbout This Piece An antique French silver and gilt tapered liquor flask with two fluted sides, 19th century. The flask features enamel decoration of raised gold and green swags of leaves and gold ribbon the gold details remain thick and vivid. The silver lid is a twist and pull with the original cork still intact; the removable bottom serves as a cup. A striking green and gold enamel combination that works beautifully with the silver gilt. Makers mark