Rare Pewter Egg - Metz (?), Circa 1700
Artist: Nicolas Louvain (?)
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay.
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Small pewter ewer with a cylindrical body and flared rim, resting on a molded, stepped circular foot. It is decorated with two corded moldings and fitted with a thumb rest on a rectangular handle with a curved base.
Unidentified maker's mark: crescent / crowned hammer / initials N.L.
Height: 15.5 cm.
Metz, around 1700.
Daniel Allix, in "La poterie d'étain en Bourgogne" (Pein Pottery in Burgundy), attributes this mark to a Burgundian workshop, but the presence of corded moldings on this ewer would suggest Lorraine. It could be the unpublished mark of Nicolas Louvain, who became a master before 1687 and is mentioned by Bertrand Bergbauer in "Etains de Lorraine" (Pewter from Lorraine). Whatever its origin, this is a very rare and highly interesting piece of post-Gothic inspiration.
In very good condition, displaying a pleasing, even patina. However, some reinforcement at the upper attachment of the handle and some pitting on the inner rim of the neck are noted and visible in the photographs.
Depending on the buyer's preference, cleaning could restore this ewer to its original shine. The cost of this operation will not be subject to any additional charges.
Bibliography:
"Etains de Lorraine" by Bertrand Bergbauer
"La poterie d'étain en Bourgogne" by Roger Verdier and Daniel Allix
"La poterie d'étain en France" by Roger Verdier
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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.
ASK A QUESTION
French-speaking buyers: by phone or email.
Non-French-speaking buyers: exclusively by email.
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Small pewter ewer with a cylindrical body and flared rim, resting on a molded, stepped circular foot. It is decorated with two corded moldings and fitted with a thumb rest on a rectangular handle with a curved base.
Unidentified maker's mark: crescent / crowned hammer / initials N.L.
Height: 15.5 cm.
Metz, around 1700.
Daniel Allix, in "La poterie d'étain en Bourgogne" (Pein Pottery in Burgundy), attributes this mark to a Burgundian workshop, but the presence of corded moldings on this ewer would suggest Lorraine. It could be the unpublished mark of Nicolas Louvain, who became a master before 1687 and is mentioned by Bertrand Bergbauer in "Etains de Lorraine" (Pewter from Lorraine). Whatever its origin, this is a very rare and highly interesting piece of post-Gothic inspiration.
In very good condition, displaying a pleasing, even patina. However, some reinforcement at the upper attachment of the handle and some pitting on the inner rim of the neck are noted and visible in the photographs.
Depending on the buyer's preference, cleaning could restore this ewer to its original shine. The cost of this operation will not be subject to any additional charges.
Bibliography:
"Etains de Lorraine" by Bertrand Bergbauer
"La poterie d'étain en Bourgogne" by Roger Verdier and Daniel Allix
"La poterie d'étain en France" by Roger Verdier
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Visit my website: http://www.commenchal-expert-etains.com
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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.
ASK A QUESTION
French-speaking buyers: by phone or email.
Non-French-speaking buyers: exclusively by email.
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1 400 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Tin
Reference (ID): 1689142
Availability: In stock
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