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Pewter baluster PITCHER with short foot, molded pouring spout, flat-topped lid with straight thumb.
Hallmark of Antoine Joseph DESCAMPS active from 1840 (died in 1887):
1°- A.DESCAM(PS) A TOURNAY.
2°- crowned rose / AD
Height: 18.2 cm.
TOURNAI, Mid-19th century
Very good condition, a local crack is however indicated at the bottom by a colored arrow.
These pitchers were the wine measures of the Ancien Régime. They were used until the complete adoption of the Metric System.
Bibliography: "Tinmerken van belgië en naburige steden" by Tony Dangis
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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.
ASK A QUESTION
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Non-French-speaking buyers: exclusively by email.
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