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Learn MoreDutch Silver Water Jug
- This Dutch silver water jug features intricate scenes of bucolic life
- The jug showcases detailed putti and village life on its paneled sides
- A sturdy C-scroll handle and flared rim complete the design
- The lion assay mark confirms its 83.3% silver purity
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Stamped with Dutch hallmark
Circa 1880
This Dutch silver water jug features an octagonal design with detailed scenes of putti and village life on its paneled sides. The putti enjoy bucolic life and ride in chariots pulled by beetles, adding a whimsical touch. The ornate repoussé work includes scrolling foliage and town scenes, all framed by elaborate borders. A sturdy C-scroll handle and flared rim complete the design. The lion assay. . .
Stamped with Dutch hallmark
Circa 1880
This Dutch silver water jug features an octagonal design with detailed scenes of putti and village life on its paneled sides. The putti enjoy bucolic life and ride in chariots pulled by beetles, adding a whimsical touch. The ornate repoussé work includes scrolling foliage and town scenes, all framed by elaborate borders. A sturdy C-scroll handle and flared rim complete the design. The lion assay mark confirms its 83.3% silver purity and an additional mark in the form of a key indicates that the item was exported. Additionally, this intricate Dutch design was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
15" high x 12" wide x 7" deep
Provenance:
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Period: | 19th Century |
Origin: | Continental |
Type: | Bowls/Porringers/Sauceboats |
Depth: | 7.0 in. (17.78 cm) |
Width: | 12.0 in. (30.48 cm) |
Height: | 15.0 in. (38.1 cm) |
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