Bouvier Clamecy Pewter Dinner Holder
Artist: Claude François Bouvier
Pewter truncated-cone dinner plate with quarter-round throat, lid with central grip, handle attachments decorated with cherubs' heads with curly hair.
Marked on the underside by Claude François Bouvier, Clamecy.
Height to rim 14 cm
Height to top of lid 16.5 cm
Diameter 21.8 cm
Very good condition
Claude François Bouvier was a pewter craftsman, mainly active in Clamecy in the 19th century, more precisely between 1835 and 1865. His activity focused on the manufacture of utilitarian pewter objects, such as dinnerware, which were very common at the time, particularly among shepherds and field workers. Working with pewter required a high degree of technical mastery and know-how handed down from generation to generation. As a renowned craftsman, Bouvier mastered the gestures and techniques required to create quality pewter objects. Among Claude François Bouvier's creations, the dinner sets are particularly noteworthy. They are distinguished by their elegance and meticulous finish. They are often adorned with simple, refined decorations, such as cherubs' heads or floral motifs.
Marked on the underside by Claude François Bouvier, Clamecy.
Height to rim 14 cm
Height to top of lid 16.5 cm
Diameter 21.8 cm
Very good condition
Claude François Bouvier was a pewter craftsman, mainly active in Clamecy in the 19th century, more precisely between 1835 and 1865. His activity focused on the manufacture of utilitarian pewter objects, such as dinnerware, which were very common at the time, particularly among shepherds and field workers. Working with pewter required a high degree of technical mastery and know-how handed down from generation to generation. As a renowned craftsman, Bouvier mastered the gestures and techniques required to create quality pewter objects. Among Claude François Bouvier's creations, the dinner sets are particularly noteworthy. They are distinguished by their elegance and meticulous finish. They are often adorned with simple, refined decorations, such as cherubs' heads or floral motifs.
150 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Tin
Reference (ID): 1009020
Availability: In stock
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