Antique French Silver Wine or Mint Julep Cup, Tumbler, Timbale under-plates encrusted with gold or cayenne pepper at table

or cayenne pepper at table

each formed as an acanthus leaf — most likely decorative pieces from a Corinthian capital

Item ID: 2014069

and engraved with the name "Valentine

Closest in form to the crown design of a Marquis

Antique French Silver Wine or Mint Julep Cup, Tumbler, Timbale under-plates encrusted with gold or cayenne pepper at tableAbout This Piece A fine French silver timbale, cup, or beaker worked in the Louis XVI style. The front features a large cast and applied oval cartouche in the form of a shield with a winged bird at the top, decorated with torch and arrow motifs, ribbons, and laurel leaves, finished with cross ribbons over bands. A monogram appearing to be "T" is engraved on the cartouche. A very pleasing example of French timbale work at 89 grams. Perfect for wine or