Antique French citrus squeezer featuring a ribbed pressed glass reamer set within a silver-plated rim and handle, manufactured by the renowned Paris jeweler and silversmith Robert Linzeler. The glass contains uranium oxide, resulting in a distinct green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.
Robert Linzeler (1872–1941) was an acclaimed Parisian silversmith and jeweler active at 4 Rue de la Paix, known for collaborating with major luxury houses such as Cartier and Marchak. This utensil reflects the high-quality table service production of the late Victorian and Belle Époque periods, blending functional kitchenware with elite metalwork artistry.
* Period: Belle Époque / ca. 1897–1910
* Technique / Style: Pressed fluorescent glass, cast and chased silver-plated mounting with floral reliefs and ribbon motifs.
* Size: Width 15.2 cm (6.0 inches), Height 8.9 cm (3.5 inches), Depth 12.1 cm (4.8 inches)
* Material: Glass, silver-plated metal
* Condition: Very good antique condition. The glass reamer is intact with no major chips or cracks. The silver-plated collar and handle exhibit natural age-related patina and minor surface wear. Marked with the stamp "ROBERT LINZELER" on the handle underside.
This object represents a rare collectible category combining late 19th-century luxury French metalwork with early fluorescent uranium glass production. It is highly suited for curators of historic tableware, barware enthusiasts, or collectors of antique French metalware and science-influenced glassware.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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