Pewter Baptism Jug - Strasbourg, 18th Century

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Rare pewter BAPTISM JUG in baluster shape with a quarter-round foot and goblet, large spout and raised flat-topped lid; it has an S-shaped thumb rest and a handle with molded ends and engraved with a fish accompanied by the date 1774.
Ownership mark summarily engraved by a second hand: IHR / 1805.
Unpublished hallmark attributed to Jean II SCHAEFER received master in 1758: grand lis / IIS
Height: 26.5 cm
STRASBOURG, Circa 1774.

In good condition and of good quality material, with an acquired dark patina. Mechanical cleaning can be undertaken at no extra cost at the request of the purchaser, in order to restore this jug to its original shine.
Comment: The fish is the symbol of Baptism. The Greek word ἰχθύς ICHTUS (fish) is actually the acronym for Ièsous Christos Théou Uios Sôtêr which means Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior.

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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.
Sending to the whole world in "Colissimo" recommended. With insurance on request. To know the shipping costs to Europe or the whole World, click on "Buy online" and select your country, or contact me by email.

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