Rating and value of services, housewives, candelabras of the Cardeilhac house
Key takeaways
- Cardeilhac housekeepers, which are particularly sought after by French collectors, sell for between €20 and €53,340 depending on their quality and age.
- Table centerpieces command the highest estimates, with prices ranging from €1,100 to €57,000, such as this chiseled bronze piece from 1900 that sold above its initial estimate.
- The distinctive hallmark of the Cardeilhac house (a crowned Legion of Honor cross on a crescent) makes identification easier, but a professional appraisal is still recommended to confirm authenticity and determine value.
If you own a goldsmith's piece by or after Cardeilhac, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its current market value. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of pieces from the house of Cardeilhac
Famous silversmith and jewelry designer of its time, the house of Cardeilhac leaves behind a unique artistic identity. This heritage is mainly composed of goldsmith's and silversmith's pieces, such as household sets, candelabras... Today, prices for these creations are rising under the auctioneer's hammer, but their value is stable. Menagères are particularly prized, especially by French buyers, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €20 to €57,000, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Cardeilhac creations. In 2009, a chased and gilded bronze surtout de table, dating from 1900 was sold for €57,000 while it was estimated at between €15,000 and €25,000.
Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious
Type of work | Result |
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Candelabras | From €100 to €27,000 |
Covered - household | From €20 to €53,340 |
Tableware | From €1,100 to €57,000 |
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Style and technique of the house of Cardeilhac
The house of Cardeilhac goldsmiths, a family dynasty bearing the surnames of the various goldsmiths who succeeded each other after the house was founded, produces mainly services. The taste of the pieces varies according to the period, but is often stylistically close to the house of Christofle.
The history of the House of Cardeilhac
Born in Paris in 1804, the House of Cardeilhac was founded by Antoine-Vital Cardeilhac on rue du Roule, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.
He produced for around ten years - and on the strength of the success of his goldsmith's pieces, registered his first hallmark in 1817, and others in the years that followed.
From 1851, his son Armand Edouard Cardeilhac took over the management of the company, followed by his grandson Ernest in 1885, who developed the company with the beginning of the use of precious metals, namely gold (and silver). His mother supported him and opened a new boutique on the Place Vendôme, which confirmed their recognition and success in the goldsmith's market.
In 1920, the founder's two great-grandchildren ran the company until Christofle and Cardeilhac reached an agreement to merge.
House Cardeilhac's imprint on its era
House Cardeilhac left an important artistic legacy, testifying to the permanent artistic renewal of the early 20th century, considered at the beginning of this period to be a rising star in goldsmithing. Her works are on display in many prestigious art collections around the world, although she is relatively unknown to the general public.
Today, these works are still successful at auction. Although some are preserved in museums in Europe, private collectors play a major role in the preservation of her work, especially where jewelry is concerned.
Recognizing the goldsmith's hallmark
The goldsmith's hallmark of the Cardeilhac house is easy enough to recognize, it consists of a crowned Legion of Honor cross, placed above a crescent. However, this hallmark can be counterfeited, which is why expertise is important.
Knowing the value of a work
If you happen to own a piece of silverware by Cardeilhac or after, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your piece, as well as any relevant information about it. If you are considering selling your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account the inclinations of the market.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was the Cardeilhac family, and what is their significance in the field of goldsmithing?Cardeilhac is a silverware manufacturer founded in 1804 in Paris by Antoine-Vital Cardeilhac. Run by several generations of the family, it established itself as a rising star in the silverware industry in the early 20th century, renowned for the quality of its serving pieces, candelabras, and tableware, before merging with Christofle in 1920. Today, its works are held in prestigious collections across Europe and continue to be sought after by collectors.
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What is the current market value of Cardeilhac coins at auction?The prices of Cardeilhac creations vary considerably depending on the type and quality: candelabras sell for between €100 and €27,000, cutlery sets and tableware sets for between €20 and €53,340, and table centerpieces for between €1,100 and €57,000. These price ranges reflect the diversity of the pieces produced—from simple accessories to exceptional works—and demonstrate that the value of these objects remains stable or is even rising on the art market.
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How do you authenticate a Cardeilhac piece and verify its hallmark?The Cardeilhac hallmark is recognizable by a crowned cross of the Legion of Honor placed above a crescent. However, since this hallmark can be counterfeited, we recommend that you request a free appraisal from our state-certified auctioneers and experts using the appraisal form on our website. They will provide you with a certified authentication and an accurate valuation of your item within 48 hours.
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Is this the right time to sell a Cardeilhac piece?Yes, now is a good time to sell: the market value of Cardeilhac pieces is currently stable or even rising at auction, particularly for tableware sets, which are proving very popular with French buyers and private collectors. The market for 19th- and 20th-century silverware remains vibrant, and high-quality pieces find buyers easily.
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How does the appraisal process work at Auctie's, and how do I sell my item?The appraisal is completely free and non-binding: simply fill out a form on our website, and a certified expert or auctioneer will contact you and provide you with an appraisal within 48 hours. If you’d like to sell your item, our specialists will guide you through the entire process, offering you the best options to achieve the highest possible price based on current market trends.
