Pewter Writing Desk - Antwerp, 18th Century.

Free shipping for mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay

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Rare rectangular tin WRITING DESK with a domed hinged lid and an oblique plinth base, complete with its sprinkler and removable drawer. It has a blown glass ink cup surrounded by four holes for holding the nibs.
Hallmark of Johannes VAN CAMP ENGELS, received master in 1746: crowned rose / IVC
Dimensions: L: 13.5 cm. I: 9 cm. H: 11.2 cm.
ANVERS (ANTWERPEN), Second half of the 18th century

In very good condition, some slight crushing from use at the corners of the body of the object are however reported.
This type of object is very rarely complete with all its accessories. Here, none are reported or adapted.
Bibliography: "Tinmerken van belgië en naburige steden" by Tony Dangis who reproduces this hallmark.

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GUARANTEE

Former professor at IDETH (Institute of Technical and Historical Studies of the Art Object)
Former professor at the EAC (School of Art and Communication)
Former member of the UFE (French Union of Experts)
Expert specialist in pewter for more 40 years I guarantee the object is authentic described above.
A detailed descriptive invoice accompanied by a photograph will be given to the purchaser on request.

PAYMENT

- By French check payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
- By bank transfer payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
IBAN: FR76 3002 7160 2700 0206 4620 173
BIC: CMCIFRPP
- By Paypal transfer to    jc.commenchal@orange.fr

SHIPPING

Shipment to France by “Colissimo” or « Mondial Relay » tracked within a maximum of 48 hours. With recommendation and insurance on request. Postal transport is offered to metropolitan France.
Sending to the whole world in "Colissimo" recommended. With insurance on request. To know the shipping costs to Europe or the whole World, click on "Buy online" and select your country, or contact me by email.

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Non-French-speaking buyers: exclusively by email.

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