"Copper Chocolate Maker. 18th Century."
Piriform body, forged, assembled by crenellated brass brazing, with molded neck reinforcement. Tripod base, in bronze, with cut-out plate and roll-up shoe. Large flat spout, flared at the opening. Lid with nested flat roof, plain shell thumb, and swivel shutter. Complete with its side handle and turned wood moussoir. Height to lid: 21.5 cm. Beautiful quality of execution by a copperplate whose know-how had nothing to envy to his goldsmith alter-egos ... 18th century. Very good condition. See additional information on: http://antiquites-lauginie.fr/chocolatiere/ Free shipping by COLISSIMO for mainland France. 
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