Room service, darling?
This substantial French Christofle platter brings a little grand-hotel glamour home. An in-house classic from the Hôtel / Institution line, its generous proportions and quietly sculpted border let the silver do the talking. At nearly two kilograms, it has a wonderfully reassuring weight. This mid-20th-century Christofle platter bears the maker’s marks used circa 1935–1983.
Made for elegant service; equally ready for an extravagant Sunday lunch, cocktails for two or a beautifully arranged console.
Measurements
Length: 19.5 inches / 49.5 cm
Width: 13.5 inches / 34.3 cm
Height: 1 inch / 2.5 cm
Weight: 1,857 g / approximately 4.1 lb
Condition
Good vintage condition with surface scratches and marks consistent with age and use. A very slight bend/dent on the rim is difficult to notice, and there is a tiny pinpoint indentation at the inner edge. These discreet imperfections leave its handsome presence very much intact. Please examine the photographs for details.
History of the maker
Founded in Paris in 1830 by Charles Christofle, the maison helped transform silver-plated tableware after acquiring electroplating patents in 1842. Its enduring appeal lies in bringing fine craftsmanship to the rituals of dining. This platter’s classic hospitality design celebrates that tradition: generous, practical and effortlessly elegant.
Ways to use
Serve a holiday roast, an abundant cheese selection or a procession of petits fours.
Gather cocktail glasses and a favorite decanter for an intimate drinks station.
Arrange perfume bottles on a dressing table for a little suite-at-the-Ritz theatre.
Style a console with stacked art books and a small vase.
Create a seasonal centerpiece with citrus, magnolia leaves or treasured ornaments.
A thoughtful luxury gift for the host who already has the glasses—and knows precisely what to pour.
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