Antique French PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver & Intaglio Glass Claret Jug, Empire Napoleon III There is a missing porcelain

There is a missing porcelain flower from the lower curve of the right branch and possibly a few small chips to the flower petals

which has its black back-painted (eglomise) glazing still with it

silver felt lined and metal side handles

and the pearls are in a variation of pearl tones

Antique French PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver & Intaglio Glass Claret Jug, Empire Napoleon III There is a missing porcelainAbsolutely exquisite antique French PUIFORCAT hallmarked sterling silver & cut glass 9 7 8" 20oz claret jug, beautifully ornate with Classical or Empire styling including bows & ribbons, laurel garland, acanthus accents and that stunning intaglio etched or engraved & wheel cut glass or crystal body, most likely Baccarat! Sure seems like it's been a while since we had a great old French sterling silver claret jug so, here you go! Laurel leaves winding