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O Gallia

Art Deco Fish Gravy Boat by Gallia for Christofle
By Christofle, Gallia
Located in Paris, FR
" stamp (Orfèvrerie Christofle), "O.GALLIA" and number of the model 6093.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Art Deco Squirrel Drageoir by Gallia, Christofle
By Gallia
Located in Paris, FR
"O.GALLIA" and the number of the model 5989. Christofle is one of the most famous silversmiths, founded in
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Gallia For Christofle, Gravy Boat ’Swan’ and its spoon By Christian Fjerdingstad
By Christian Fjerdingstad
Located in Crespières, FR
model is hallmarked O. GALLIA 0422 and therefore an early exemple of the model. The Collection Gallia
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Luc Lanel for Christofle Gallia Silver Plate "Ondulation" Cocktail Shaker
By Christofle, Gallia, Luc Lanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
hallmarks Gallia, the Chess O/C (Orfevrerie Christofle) mark, and the Rooster mark. The shaker is also
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

H.O. Miethke Das Werk folio "Portrait of Hermine Gallia" collotype print
By Gustav Klimt & K.K. Hof-und Staatsdruckerei
Located in Chicago, IL
publication as unique and relating to its corresponding image; H.O. Miethke, Editor-Publisher; k.k. Hof-und
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1910s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints

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Paper

Lino Sabatinni For Christofle / Gallia, Paris - Ice Bucket, c.1960
By Christofle, Lino Sabattini
Located in Bath, GB
marked for Christofle for it's Gallia Collection together with the chess mark flanked by O and C for
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Christofle Gallia Art Deco Wine Cooler / Champagne Bucket by Luc Lanel
By Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Bath, GB
by the top-notch French silversmith, Christofle, part of the Gallia collection. This design is by
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

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Limited Jeweler Made Dice Cigarette Dispenser by Legros Marius for Dunhill
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
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Christofle Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Designed by Luc Lanel, C. 1930's
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Located in Ross, CA
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Art Deco Gallia Shaker
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

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Art Deco Silvered Fruitstand Or Centerpiece By Gallia Christofle 1930 France
Located in Antwerp, BE
metal and glass. Marked: O. Gallia
 and Numbered 0234. Literature:
 “Metalkunst vom Jugendstil
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Complete Set Of 12 Sandoz Christofle's Gallia Animal Knife Rests
Located in Oakland, CA
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Fine French Art Deco Silver Plated Tray - Christofle / Gallia, C.1932
By Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
silversmith's, Christofle as part of their O Gallia range between 1931-1935 based on the mark struck on the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware

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Silver plated Art Deco tea and coffee set by Gallia, Christofle, 1930.
By Christofle
Located in Antwerp, BE
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By Christofle
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. Measures: Height: 7.125 inches. Width (handle to handle) 3.6 inches. Marked to base O Gallia 4841.
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Luc Lanel for Christofle Gallia Collection Champagne Bucket / Wine Cooler c.1935
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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Luc Lanel for Christofle Gallia Silver Plate "Ondulation" Cocktail Shaker
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Christofle Gallia Art Deco Cocktail Shaker, circa 1940
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Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous French Art Deco silver plated cocktail Shaker from the Gallia range by Christofle, Paris
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Christofle Gallia Ondulations Cocktail Shaker by Luc Lanel c.1935
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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Christofle Gallia Art Deco Arabesque Trivet Pair, Made in France
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
scrolled S-curves and is stamped Gallia / France alongside Christofle's knight figure flanked by ‘O’ and ‘C
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Christofle Gallia Art Deco Arabesque Trivet Pair, Made in France
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Christofle
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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Located in Bath, GB
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Christofle Gallia Ondulations Cocktail Shaker by Luc Lanel C.1935
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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Located in Bath, GB
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By Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Bath, GB
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By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
figure flanked by ‘O’ and ‘C’, an abbreviation of Orfevrerie Christofle signifying silver plated Gallia
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Vintage Christofle Gallia Arabesque Trivet Pair, Made in France
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
scrolled S-curves and is stamped Gallia / France alongside Christofle's knight figure flanked by ‘O’ and ‘C
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Christofle Gallia Fermiers Généraux Large Trivet and Eight Coasters
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Christofle of Paris Art Deco coffee strainers from the original line of Gallia metal
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Christofle Gallia Art Deco Arabesque Trivet Pair, Made in France
By Christofle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Christofle Gallia Ondulations Cocktail Shaker by Luc Lanel, circa 1935
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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Luc Lanel for Christofle / Gallia, Large Ondulations Vase, c.1935
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
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Art Deco Silver Tea or Coffee Service by O. Gallia
By Gallia
Located in New York, NY
. Stamped "O. Gallia". Tray is 22" x 15.25". Tallest coffee pot is 8".
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Gio Ponti for Christofle Pair of Italian Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra
By Gio Ponti, Gallia
Located in New York, NY
central arrow on a circular base. Impressed O. Gallia/ 6055/ Christofle silver plate poincon.
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Christofle Gallia Sandoz Signed Rare Silver Knife Rests Six Pc, Original Box
By Marcel Eduoard Sandoz, Gallia, Christofle
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
at that time. Each piece stamped 'O.GALLIA' and also with CHRISTOFLE mark. The set is presented in
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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O Gallia For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic o gallia available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every o gallia was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a o gallia, we have 106 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a o gallia — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A o gallia, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made o gallia over the years, but those crafted by Christofle, Gallia and Lino Sabattini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a O Gallia?

The average selling price for a o gallia at 1stDibs is $1,600, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $34,391 for the highest priced.

Christofle for sale on 1stDibs

Although he started his career as a jeweler in 1830 — after apprenticing with his copper jeweler brother-in-law years earlier — Charles Christofle (1805–63) recognized that Second Empire France had an untapped audience for luxury silverware and tableware.

Gold and silver gilt had been the high-end standard in the 18th century, yet society after the Industrial Revolution demanded a more affordable, but still refined, approach. So in the 1840s, Christofle cornered the market on electrolytic gilding and silver plating, dominating the hold on patents in the country for over a decade. His work soon attracted the attention of Louis-Philippe I and then Napoleon III, under whom he was named Fournisseur de l’Empereur, cementing the prestige of his brand.

While Christofle created decadent centerpieces and tableware for the French palaces — as well as prominent clients like the Orient Express — the company’s electroplating of silverware that was far less expensive than that made by silversmiths attained widespread popularity. At a time when many who could not afford gold or silver still used wooden utensils, Christofle was a game changer for at-home dining. An appearance at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago furthered the company’s reach to American consumers who would soon rival the manufacturer’s European clientele.

The 20th century saw Christofle adapting to changing tastes in its offerings, such as the Aria collection, which debuted in 1985 with column-like lines on its flatware designed by Bernard Yot, and the playful egg-shaped silverware container introduced in 2015 that opens to reveal a full flatware set. The company also now sells barware, home accessories and even jewelry, harkening back to its roots. Now almost two centuries old, Christofle maintains its reputation as a leading flatware and silverware company under the ownership of the Chalhoub group, its utensils gracing tables in homes, hotels and restaurants all over the world.

Shop authentic Christofle serveware, ceramics, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.

A Close Look at art-deco Furniture

Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.” 

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.

The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.

From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.

The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.