Rare Vintage Moët & Chandon France ARGIT Pewter Champagne Cooler 70/80s
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Rare Vintage Moët & Chandon France ARGIT Pewter Champagne Cooler Circa 1970s–80s
Measurements: 8"T x 7"R (20.32cm x 17.78cm)
Ring Handles: 2"R (5.08cm)
Markings: Base/Bottom: M.O.D. MEAUX ARGIT Made in France
Each Long Side Reads:
Moët et Chandon
Fondée en 1743
Weight: 1.1 lbs.
A wonderfully elegant vintage Moët & Chandon Champagne cooler, crafted in France in traditional étain pewter and dating to approximately the late 1970s–1980s.
With its softly aged silver-gray surface, sculptural ring handles, and raised grapevine ornamentation, this is a particularly handsome example of vintage French Champagne-service ware.
The cylindrical body is decorated around the upper portion with a beautifully embossed border of grape clusters, curling vines, and leaves, creating an appropriately vinous motif while adding dimension and texture to the otherwise restrained silhouette.
Large swinging ring handles flank either side of the cooler and attach through decorative grapevine mounts, giving the piece a substantial, old-world presentation reminiscent of traditional French hotel and restaurant service pieces.
Centered on both long sides is the iconic Moët et Chandon name beneath its crowned emblem, accompanied by the historic inscription:
Fondée en 1743
The restrained black graphics contrast beautifully against the softly patinated pewter and give the cooler unmistakable Champagne-house provenance without overwhelming the design.
At approximately 8 inches tall and 7 inches across, the cooler is perfectly proportioned for chilling and presenting a standard Champagne bottle and also makes a striking decorative object when displayed empty on a bar cart, sideboard, wine cabinet, or entertaining console.
The underside is marked M.O.D. MEAUX / ARGIT / Made in France, identifying its French manufacture.
The cooler remains in excellent vintage condition. It has received only a light cleaning and retains its natural patina. There are minor surface scratches and age-related marks consistent with vintage use, but no dents, dings, cracks, repairs, or structural damage.
It has deliberately not been aggressively polished, allowing the next owner to enjoy the softly aged finish as found or brighten the pewter further according to preference.
A wonderful piece for the Moët & Chandon collector, Champagne enthusiast, vintage barware collector, or anyone creating a sophisticated French-inspired home bar.
It would also make an exceptional wedding, anniversary, retirement, housewarming, or celebratory gift when paired with a favorite bottle of Champagne.
Classic French Champagne service with just the right amount of vintage patina and old-world glamour.
Any photographs showing furniture or additional décor are included only to demonstrate styling and scale. Only the cooler is included with the purchase.
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Exceptions / non-returnable items
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