Vintage 20th c. French Silverplate Lion Head Champagne Bucket

Vintage French Champagne Bucket

• vintage circa 1940
• commemorative trophy, engraved "F.F.B. COMITE DE PARIS, PAIRES MIXTES OPEN" likely referring to a french federation of some kind sanctioned by a paris committee for an open mixed pairs competition. 
• 7.75" high x 7.75" diameter

An elegant French silverplate champagne cooler, adorned with classic lion head ring handles and a finely detailed banded base. Engraved “Comité de Paris – Paires Mixtes Open,” this piece carries a quiet history, likely tied to a Parisian sporting event where it once served as a presentation vessel. Its softly aged patina and refined form make it equally beautiful for entertaining or as a sculptural accent—perfect filled with chilled champagne or a gathered arrangement of blooms.