05/08/2026
°This is a vintage Baccarat wheel-engraved crystal decanter in the "Marillon" (or Michelangelo-style floral) pattern with a matching stopper, featuring an import label from John Little (Malaya) Ltd., Singapore.
Pattern Design:
The "Marillon" Motif: This intricate pattern features delicate, wheel-engraved Renaissance-style floral scrolls, arabesques, and fine tendrils running across the body and neck. It is closely related to the famous "Michelangelo" pattern.
Craftsmanship:
Baccarat applied this motif using an acid-etching or fine wheel-engraving process, leaving a frosted lace-like design contrast against the high-clarity lead crystal.
Production Era:
The Marillon variant was actively produced by Baccarat in France from 1946 to 1961.
The Import LabelRetail Pedigree:
The red foil sticker reads "Produced and Bottled in France — Imported by John Little (Malaya) Ltd. — Singapore."Historical Significance: Established in 1845, John Little was Singapore’s oldest department store.
Dating the Piece:
The designation of "John Little (Malaya) Ltd." narrows down the import window precisely to the post-WWII era leading up to the mid-1960s, perfectly matching the production lifespan of the Marillon pattern.
