Kettle In The Shape Of A Lion In Chased Silver, South America, Upper Peru, Late 18th Century.

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Kettle In The Shape Of A Lion In Chased Silver, South America, Upper Peru, Late 18th Century.

A cast, repoussé, and chased silver kettle with a burner. The vessel is in the shape of a lion resting on its four paws. The head has an openwork crown. At the back, there is a trapdoor for placing embers and a circular opening for adding water to the inner tube. The tail is raised in a double curve to form a handle. The mouth is slightly open with a water spout. South America, Upper Peru, late 18th century, weight 2811 grams.

8 800 €

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Olivier d'Ythurbide et Associé - Saint-Ouen, France

Period: 18th century

Style: Other Style

Condition: Good condition

Material: Sterling silver

Width: 42

Height: 30

Depth: 15

Reference (ID): 1662279

Availability: In stock