Bistro Champagne Coupe Set Of 2
Bistro Champagne Coupe Set Of 2
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Bistro Champagne Coupe Set Of 2
- Vintage.
- Collected from flea markets in Le Mans.
- Made of glass.
- Set includes nearly matched pair.
- Approx. 4 oz. capacity
Curator's notes
In the 1950s, these glasses were used in a cafe in Le Mans, France. Now, more than 60 years later, they can be yours.
What is a champagne coupe?
Champagne coupes are a type of stemware that are traditionally used to serve champagne and other sparkling wines. They are characterized by their shallow, wide bowl and short stem. Champagne coupes were popularized in the early 20th century and were commonly used during the Art Deco period.
Champagne coupes were designed to showcase the effervescence of champagne and to allow the aromas to develop. The wide bowl of the glass allows for the bubbles to disperse over a large surface area, which enhances the aroma and flavor of the wine. The short stem of the glass also helps to keep the champagne cool by minimizing contact with the warmth of the hand.
Champagne coupes were the standard glass for serving champagne until the 1960s, when the flute glass became more popular. Flute glasses are taller and narrower than champagne coupes, which helps to preserve the bubbles in the champagne for a longer period of time. However, many people still prefer the classic style of the champagne coupe and continue to use them for special occasions and celebrations.
History of the champagne coupe
Champagne coupes are a type of glassware specifically designed for serving champagne. They are characterized by their shallow, wide bowl and short stem, and they have been popular for over a century.
The shape of the coupe is said to have been modeled after the shape of a woman's breast, and they were originally used to serve champagne to Marie Antoinette and her court in the late 18th century. However, this origin story has been contested by some historians who claim that the design was actually created in England in the 1660s, long before Marie Antoinette was even born.
