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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 have
revolutionized the style, techniques, production and distribution
methods of the silversmith?s craft and the decorative arts. An
ardent observer of changing fashions and customs, the brand
integrated into its works great artistic trends, such as Japonism
and Art Nouveau, while associating with famous artists -Man Ray,
Cocteau, Arman- and current designers, including Martin Szekely and
Andr?e Putman. Today, as in the past, whether it be at the table of
Parisian emperors, princes and maharajahs, or families of lesser
fame and fortune; whether in the palaces of Paris, London, New
York, Cairo and Alexandria, on board the Orient Express, the
Trans-Siberian Railway or transatlantic liners, guests continue to
be served and honored with Christofle luxury items. 60
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