Rare Very Small Pewter Alcohol Pitcher - Caen, 18th Century
Artist: Jean-françois Chesnel (chenel)
Shipping is free for mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay
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Small pewter PITCHER with shoulder, flared foot and acorn thumb.
Incompletely legible hallmark of Jean-François CHENEL (or CHESNEL) received master in 1755: tree / I.CHENEL / (17)55.
Height: 11.4 cm.
Measured gauge: 0.12 liters (The theoretical gauge in CAEN at this time is precisely 0.122 liters)
CAEN (LOWER NORMANDY), Second half of the 18th century.
In perfect condition et de premier intérêt pour l'archéologie de l'étain, un petit impact peu visible est cependant signalé sur la panse.
Generally speaking, the pitchers were the wine measures of the Ancien Régime but these very small gauges were used for alcohol. Although presenting an infinite variety of shapes depending on the regions, all pitchers had to be subject to a control of their capacity and marked, as soon as their use was public. The innkeepers, tavern owners, etc. thus guaranteed that the consumer was not misled about the quantity announced.
These small gauges were produced in smaller numbers than the large ones and their small size exposed them more to accidental disappearances, hence their great rarity nowadays.
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GUARANTEE
Former professor at IDETH (Institute of Technical and Historical Studies of the Art Object)
Former professor at the EAC (School of Art and Communication)
Former member of the UFE (French Union of Experts)
Expert specialist in pewter for more 40 years I guarantee the object is authentic described above.
A detailed descriptive invoice accompanied by a photograph will be given to the purchaser on request.
PAYMENT
- By French check payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
- By bank transfer payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
IBAN: FR76 3002 7160 2700 0206 4620 173
BIC: CMCIFRPP
SHIPPING
Shipment to France by “Colissimo” or « Mondial Relay » tracked within a maximum of 48 hours. With recommendation and insurance on request. Postal transport is offered to metropolitan France.
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Non-French-speaking buyers: exclusively by email.
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580 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Tin
Reference (ID): 1598640
Availability: In stock
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