Pewter Wine Pitcher - Paris And Poissy, 18th Century

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Pewter pitcher with a stepped body, plinth base, straight-sided cup, and a lid with an S-shaped thumbhole, a molded ridge, and a curving tab.
Hallmark: a lily within a crowned “O,” used during the period 1750–1760.
Hallmark of Jacques Nicolas MARCHAND, who became a master silversmith before 1743: a crowned hammer / J.N.M / P (P for Paris).
Calibration hallmark featuring the coat of arms of Poissy: a fish flanked by two lilies
Height: 22.2 cm.
PARIS, mid-18th century

In very good condition; minor signs of wear are noted

A Bit of History:
Before the introduction of the Metric System in 1799, almost every locality had its own system of measurements; which, of course, complicated trade. This pitcher was therefore made by a Parisian master craftsman to the Poissy standard, which differed significantly from the Parisian one. It bears the calibration mark featuring the city’s coat of arms, affixed by a calibrator appointed by the royal or ecclesiastical authorities, certifying that the pitcher’s capacity conformed to local standards.

Bibliography:
“Les étains de Paris” by Ph. Boucaud and M. Schonn
“Les pichets d’étain” by Charles Boucaud
“ *La poterie d’étain en France* by Roger Verdier

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Website: www.commenchal-expert-etains.com

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GUARANTEE

Former professor at IDETH (Institute for Technical and Historical Studies of Art Objects)
Former professor at the EAC (School of Art and Communication)
Former member of the UFE (French Union of Experts)

Jean-Claude COMMENCHAL guarantees the authenticity of the object described above.
A detailed descriptive invoice including a photograph will be provided to the buyer upon request.

PAYMENT

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IBAN: FR76 3002 7160 2700 0206 4620 173
BIC: CMCIFRPP

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