Since its creation in the middle of the nineteenth century,Christofle has always been the hallmark of a refined lifestyle.Furthermore, the innovations it triggered over the years haverevolutionized the style, techniques, production and distributionmethods of the silversmith?s craft and the decorative arts. Anardent observer of changing fashions and customs, the brandintegrated into its works great artistic trends, such as Japonismand Art Nouveau, while associating with famous artists -Man Ray,Cocteau, Arman- and current designers, including Martin Szekely andAndr?e Putman. Today, as in the past, whether it be at the table ofParisian emperors, princes and maharajahs, or families of lesserfame and fortune; whether in the palaces of Paris, London, NewYork, Cairo and Alexandria, on board the Orient Express, theTrans-Siberian Railway or transatlantic liners, guests continue tobe served and honored with Christofle luxury items. 60illustrations
