Christening cup (2) - Silver

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini

Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

Estimate  € 4,500 - € 5,500
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Description from the seller

Sourced from an 18th-century Portuguese Solar, this impressive hallmarked solid silver ewer and oval tray are beautiful survivors of traditional ceremonial life. Sets of this kind were commonly used for christenings/baptisms and also as refined lavabo (handwashing) service in formal households.

The ewer’s tall, classical silhouette with high looping handle and gently flared spout pairs perfectly with the broad oval tray, creating a striking display for a console, dining table, or sideboard. Whether styled with candles and flowers or kept as an heirloom piece, it brings unmistakable old-house presence.

Measurements & weight

Tray: 49 × 29 × 6 cm | 1.262 kg

Ewer: 11 cm diameter × 26 cm height | 0.676 kg

Total gross weight: 1.938 kg

Condition
Good antique condition with age-related surface marks and light scratches consistent with use. Hallmarks are present.

Sourced from an 18th-century Portuguese Solar, this impressive hallmarked solid silver ewer and oval tray are beautiful survivors of traditional ceremonial life. Sets of this kind were commonly used for christenings/baptisms and also as refined lavabo (handwashing) service in formal households.

The ewer’s tall, classical silhouette with high looping handle and gently flared spout pairs perfectly with the broad oval tray, creating a striking display for a console, dining table, or sideboard. Whether styled with candles and flowers or kept as an heirloom piece, it brings unmistakable old-house presence.

Measurements & weight

Tray: 49 × 29 × 6 cm | 1.262 kg

Ewer: 11 cm diameter × 26 cm height | 0.676 kg

Total gross weight: 1.938 kg

Condition
Good antique condition with age-related surface marks and light scratches consistent with use. Hallmarks are present.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
1.94 kg
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
26 cm
Width
29 cm
Depth
49 cm
Estimated Period
unknown
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