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Identification

Mid-Century Bols Ferris Wheel 6-Bottle Glass Decanter Set by Les Specialites C D France

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Overview

The piece is confidently identified by the embossed 'BOLS' on the glass bottles and the clear maker's mark 'LES SPECIALITES C D... MAISONS-ALFORT SEINE MADE IN FRANCE' on the base.

Story

Manufactured in France by Les Specialites C D in the 1950s-1960s as a promotional item for Bols, the historic Dutch distillery founded in 1575. The inclusion of 'Seine' in the maker's mark firmly dates production before the 1968 reorganization of French departments. Mid-century novelty barware enjoys steady demand from retro decor enthusiasts and home bar collectors. Complete sets with all original bottles and functional mechanical parts (like rotating wheels or musical bases) are the most sought after.

Maker / Origin

Bols / Les Specialites C D

Condition & Value

The valuation assumes the six glass bottles are free of chips, cracks, or cloudiness, and that the anodized metal Ferris wheel rotates smoothly. Visible wear to the metallic bottle caps is typical for the era and factored into the estimate. The glass decanter bottles appear intact without visible cracks.

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Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.

Market Analysis

Mid-century novelty barware enjoys steady demand from retro decor enthusiasts and home bar collectors. Complete sets with all original bottles and functional mechanical parts (like rotating wheels or musical bases) are the most sought after. However, the market is well-supplied with partial or non-functional sets, making verified complete and working examples stand out, though they generally remain accessible rather than high-end luxury items.

Value Drivers

▲ Complete set of six original embossed 'BOLS' bottles anchors the current estimate

▲ Confirmed maker's mark dating the piece pre-1968 adds historical authenticity

▲ Novelty Ferris wheel form appeals strongly to mid-century barware collectors

Concerns

▼ Unverified mechanical functionality — a seized or wobbly wheel would reduce decorative appeal

Best Venue

List on a broad online marketplace like eBay or Etsy, which caters heavily to mid-century decor buyers. Ensure the listing explicitly states whether the wheel rotates smoothly and highlights the complete set of six original embossed bottles.

Upside Potential

If the set retains its original sealed contents and labels in pristine condition, the value could shift significantly higher into the $300+ collector tier, as evidenced by aspirational international listings for untouched examples.

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