1732 - Fr. Carmouche - Museum Quality - Bowl - Pewter

18th Century FR Carmouche Lyon Pewter Covered Écuelle – Museum-Quality Piece, 1732 Mark

An exceptional 18th-century French pewter covered écuelle from Lyon, distinguished by its elaborate decoration and sculptural details. This museum-quality piece combines refined craftsmanship with strong historical character, making it a remarkable example of French decorative pewter.

Key Details

- Origin & Period: Lyon, France, 18th century. Bearing the 1732 mark together with the master pewterer’s mark attributed to FR Carmouche.
- Design: The body and cover feature elegant arabesque and scrolling foliage motifs, creating a richly ornamented surface typical of sophisticated period craftsmanship.
- Unique Features: Finely pierced lateral “ears” or handles enhance the silhouette, while the lid is crowned by a striking finial modeled in the profile of a woman.
- Material & Craftsmanship: Made of pewter, with detailed decorative work and carefully executed openwork handles.
- Dimensions: Overall length including handles: 28 cm / 11.02 in. Height: 9.5 cm / 3.74 in. Depth: 16.5 cm / 6.50 in.
- Condition: Antique condition with visible wear consistent with its considerable age and historical use. Please refer carefully to the photographs for the overall condition and surface details.

A highly decorative and collectible piece of 18th-century French pewter, particularly appealing to collectors of European metalwork, Lyon craftsmanship, and museum-quality historical objects.