Aquamanile - Bronze





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Description from the seller
Two-spout aquamanile in bronze or brass – Gothic/Renaissance style
This object was traditionally used in the Middle Ages and Renaissance for ritual or domestic hand washing, suspended above a basin.
Design: The globose body is surmounted by an articulated suspension handle. The two attachments of the handle are adorned with stylized human heads (anthropomorphic) with archaic features.
Spouts: Two opposite pouring spouts, ending in stylized animal muzzles (probably dragon or dog heads), characteristic of medieval decorative repertoire.
Beautiful golden patina of wear. Traces of limestone and oxidation inside indicating its use with water.
Condition: Very good overall condition. No visible restoration.
Period 19th/20th century
Seller's Story
Two-spout aquamanile in bronze or brass – Gothic/Renaissance style
This object was traditionally used in the Middle Ages and Renaissance for ritual or domestic hand washing, suspended above a basin.
Design: The globose body is surmounted by an articulated suspension handle. The two attachments of the handle are adorned with stylized human heads (anthropomorphic) with archaic features.
Spouts: Two opposite pouring spouts, ending in stylized animal muzzles (probably dragon or dog heads), characteristic of medieval decorative repertoire.
Beautiful golden patina of wear. Traces of limestone and oxidation inside indicating its use with water.
Condition: Very good overall condition. No visible restoration.
Period 19th/20th century

