France, Louis-Philippe (1830-1848). Straight opaline tumbler - Lot 110

France, Louis-Philippe (1830-1848). Straight opaline tumbler commemorating the three revolutionary days of July 1830, known as the "Trois Glorieuses", 1830's. In soapy crystal opaline decorated with the inscription "Vive Lafayette" surmounting a gilded rooster framed by two crossed tricolor flags, between branches of gilded foliage. H. 8.5 cm x Diam. 7.5 cm (Good condition) Note: The Marquis de la Fayette (1757-1834) distinguished himself by his military bravery during the American War of Independence (1775-1783). In 1830, as a Member of Parliament, General Lafayette welcomed Louis-Philippe on the balcony of Paris City Hall and presented him with the new blue, white and red national flag. In August, he took command of the National Guard, which had been disbanded in 1827. La Fayette was showered with honors in the form of publications and artistic and poetic creations.