Goblet - Spelter

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A decorative spelter pitcher dating to 1850–1900, with high-relief Baroque scenes of putti and cherubs on the body, rococo foliage ornamentation on the neck and lip, a monumental pierced handle, and a flared rococo base.

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Fascinating decorative ewer
The piece stands out for its exceptionally high-relief decorative surface:
Central body: Decorated with Baroque cartouches and classical scenes with putti/cherubs in relief.
Neck and lip: Adorned with foliate motifs and an anthropomorphic face (mascaron) at the base of the spout.
Handle: Monumental and pierced, culminating at the upper part with a mythological figure/a reclining putto.
Base: Bell-shaped, swollen foot elaborated with Rococo volutes, which provides stability and dynamism to the structure.

Fascinating decorative ewer
The piece stands out for its exceptionally high-relief decorative surface:
Central body: Decorated with Baroque cartouches and classical scenes with putti/cherubs in relief.
Neck and lip: Adorned with foliate motifs and an anthropomorphic face (mascaron) at the base of the spout.
Handle: Monumental and pierced, culminating at the upper part with a mythological figure/a reclining putto.
Base: Bell-shaped, swollen foot elaborated with Rococo volutes, which provides stability and dynamism to the structure.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
4 kg
Country of origin
Spain
Material
Spelter
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
42.5 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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