{Vintage French Limoges Lampe Berger by Charles Ahrenfeldt}

On August 30, when we were in the air on our way to The Netherlands, I did post the exact same vintage French Limoges Lampe Berger by Charles Ahrenfeldt but a signed one. Vintage Signed and Numbered 33 Limoges Lampe Berger by Charles Ahrenfeldt. Just click the previous hyperlink for going there. This one is the the very same but without signatures and number.

From France again, comes this beauty of a Lampe Berger with an artful Anémones bottle by Charles Ahrenfeldt from 1963-1971. On page 134 of the book Lampes Berger: A Century of History by Gérald Vilcocq you can read more about the history of Charles Ahrenfeldt. This is a stunning bottle and in perfect condition as well; complete with ajoured brass crown, snuff cap and burner wick. That is remarkable for such a lamp, being half a century old! This was available at my Zen Cart on line boutique: Mariette's Back to Basics. 

 Beautiful raised enamel work!

Anémones on page 134 of the book.
Anemone tomentosa Robustissima is the botanical name of these flowers.
Also called Japanese Anemone, Windflower.

A detail of the Anémones...

Part of the back side, beautiful detail too.

Triple initials CA with Limoges France and Porcelaine Charles Ahrenfeldt Limoges France.

On the side of the brass neck is engraved: Made in France. And on the opposite side: Lampe Berger.

This is page 134 from the book I have for reference.

This is the book I got from publisher NOÈME

I could not scan that part, as this hard cover is too large, but it is written under the Lampe Berger at the bottom.

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Lampes Berger: A Century of History ˿ link to book.
 
 

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{Foods that Support the Skin}

Today I want to share with you some great tips on how to keep your skin beautiful.

Simply Beautiful Skin: Skin Care Science


Diet and Skin Health -- Foods That Support the Skin



A healthy diet provides the basic building blocks and nutrients to maintain healthy skin cells.



A well-balanced diet that nourishes the skin should include:

• healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts, salmon, and flaxseeds, for skin cell regeneration.

• colorful fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, and phytonutrients, to help give skin a healthy glow.

• whole-grain breads and cereals that are rich in magnesium and B vitamins for regeneration of skin cells.

• lots of water to help keep skin hydrated and plump.

In addition to eating the right foods, healthy skin requires limiting foods that can rob the skin of moisture, such as alcohol and caffeine, which is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and certain sodas.


Best of all, eating a healthy diet not only helps people look better, but it also helps people feel better.
Great article came from RealAge.com

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{11 French Antique 1863 Christofle 4 Boules Knife Rests}

Here I can show you some true antique French Christofle knife rests. They date from 1863 and are called '4 Boules'. There were 11 of them available at my Zen Cart powered on line boutique: Mariette's Back to Basics.  An elegant way for protecting your fine table linens from getting soiled. These elegant French knife rests will for sure be an asset to a fine table setting for that special event. On December 2nd I have added another set of 8, see photo below others.

Image via Wikipedia (click link for sharper view).

Dine in style with something that was designed and made by Charles Christofle. Poor Charles died at the age of 58, only 5 years after Emperor Napoleon III appointed Charles Christofle official purveyor to the court.

Table Setting is with Seltmann Weiden Mirabell china and my Gero Zilmeta Menuet 528 flatware on a linen tablecloth with roses.

This Table Setting was on the balcony, al fresco.

Here you see all 11 knife rests together. Incredible beauties considering their age.

This image gives you a good idea about the '4 boules' pattern.

This is the 8 piece set of the same, with exact same antique hall marks!

This '4 boules' pattern is shown at the very top to the left on this antique catalog page.

 You can see the two hall marks on the knife rests.

 Here is a closeup of the hall marks.

 On my antique Christofle sugar sifter from 1862, the exact same hall mark is shown here. It is a lot easier to capture off a flat item.

The French Ministère de la Culture does show here the very same Christofle 4 boules knife rests at the musée Condé as being from 1863. You can click on the hyperlink for going there.

 It is very rare for finding such antique pieces. Only at Sur La Table I have seen such treasures. Usually they are snatched up very fast!

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 My favorite book about Christofle (Memoire) by David Rosenberg.

  

Indeed, Christofle is still a symbol of luxury and elegance. Since its founding in the mid-19th century. Today as in the past, it has been gracing the tables of emperors, princes, or maharajas, in palaces, on board the Trans-Siberian Railway, Orient Express, or transatlantic ocean liners, or in contemporary restaurants, Christofle continues to make an impression. This great book is available at Amazon.com.

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