"Louis XVI Coffee Pot Silver Farmers General Paris Eagle XVIIIth Century"
Louis XVI tripod coffee pot, in finely chiseled solid silver, spout representing an eagle's head, body decorated with a leafy frieze, feet in the shape of eagle talons holding a half-sphere, hinged lid chiseled with a monogram, Fermiers Généraux de Paris 1789 hallmarks, blackened wooden handle, from the late 18th century. This pot is in good condition. Hallmarked see photos (goldsmith's hallmark present but worn and hard to read). Please note: the pine cone-shaped lid button is slightly twisted, some micro-scratches and wear from time, see photos. Dimensions Max diameter 9 cm Height 22 cm Foot width 7 cm Gross weight 389 grams Reference: 600 793 All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com