Crystal Double Bonbon Dish with Gilt Brass Handle

Two sparkling crystal bowls sit beneath an elaborate gilt brass handle in this elegant double bonbon dish. Geometric faceting catches the light across each bowl, while warm metal rims create a beautiful contrast with the clear crystal.

The central handle rises in a graceful arrangement of scrolling curves and leaflike ornament, recalling the decorative language of Rococo revival design. Its paired bowls suggest a table accessory intended to offer two selections of sweets or small delicacies, combining practical hospitality with an ornamental centerpiece.

The contrast of patterned crystal and gilded metal gives the piece a jewel-like presence. Lovely upon a sideboard, coffee table, or dressing table, it offers a charming way to display wrapped confections or small personal treasures.

Details

• Origin: Possibly European; exact country of manufacture unconfirmed
• Period: Likely late nineteenth to early twentieth century; estimated from style, with later production possible
• Materials: Crystal with gilt brass rims and central handle, as identified
• Form: Double bonbon dish with two circular bowls and a shared carrying handle
• Style: Rococo revival influence
• Decoration: Geometric crystal patterning, scrolling metalwork, and foliate detailing
• Maker: Unidentified; no maker’s mark is shown
• Condition: Appears well preserved in the photograph, with minor surface wear and variation to the gilded finish; crystal rims and undersides should be checked for chips or hairlines before finalizing the condition description

Measurements: 8.75" L x 4.5" W x 6.25" H