Vintage Silver Plate Campagna Form Wine Cooler – Beverage Chiller
A distinguished piece of mid-twentieth century English silverware, this vintage silver plate Campagna form wine cooler captures the timeless elegance of neoclassical style with contemporary flair. Evoking a tradition of refined British entertaining, its design references both classical antiquity and the stylish sophistication of the 1960s.
Origin: England
Date: Circa 1960
Material: Silver plate
Dimensions: Height 23 cm (9 ins); Diameter 22 cm (8.6 ins)
Condition: Excellent condition, with a superb silvered finish and only light signs of age.
Beautifully echoing the neoclassical revival popular during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries in England, this beverage chiller is a striking example of post-war decorative arts. The celebrated Campagna urn form, with its sculptural proportions, draws inspiration from ancient Roman vessels and continues to feature prominently in museum collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum. The addition of lion mask and drop ring handles pays homage to the celebrated motifs seen in the grandest English country houses, underlining the wine cooler’s distinguished pedigree.
Notable Features:
- Finely cast lion mask embellishments with drop ring handles, exemplifying meticulous English silver craftsmanship
- Classic Campagna urn silhouette gracefully poised atop a substantial circular foot
- Decorative and functional – superb as a display piece or as a practical bar accessory
The lusciously bright silvered finish and robust, neoclassically inspired form highlight this piece’s enduring appeal and versatility. The scale is ideal for chilling a bottle of wine or champagne, ensuring it serves as a statement piece for the discerning connoisseur’s home bar or drinks trolley.
As a quintessential English beverage chiller, this vintage silver plate wine cooler offers significant collecting value due to its scarce post-war provenance, attractive form, and desirable classical details. Its elegant design makes it equally suited for display in a curated collection or for use during celebratory occasions, infusing any setting with a sense of classic British style and sophisticated hospitality.
