ModTiques Pitchers

Original zoomorphic pitcher ewer in the shape of a partridge. Beautiful item made of silver plate for the head of the partridge nicely chiseled showing the lovely texture of feathers and blown blue glass for the body part, with a handle on the back. Yellow-colored glass eyes. The Head of the partridge is mounted on a hinge forming a movable lid for the pitcher-ewer. This kind of pitcher ewer was mainly used to serve delicious alcohol or liquor with flavor and aroma, such as pear, and mirabelle plum, as it was during the "Belle Epoque" a very fashionable and refined custom. This colored blown glass was produced by the Portieux Crystal factory created in 1705, it has a written mark "Deposé" beneath the body of the ewer, french work from the late 19th century, probably from Napoleon III period. The history of this factory known as the "Portieux crystal factory" actually begins in Tonnoy in 1690. In 1698, Duke Leopold I of Lorraine granted letters patent to Sieur de la Pommeraye, owner of the premises, associated with François Magnien, holder of the know-how, the exclusivity of glass manufacturing and trade in his duchy. In 1898, the Grand Duchess of Vladimir, wife of the brother of Tsar Nicolas II, discovered the factory while on a cure in Contrexéville. She will become a frequent customer. in 1960, the company supplies many prestigious customers: Maxim's, Brasserie Lipp, Hôtel de Crillon, Le Bristol...

Geometric ceramic pitcher with a faux metal painted exterior. The pitcher features curved handle, spout and lid. Dimensions 8" width x 4.25" depth  x 11.5" height. Condition Good v...

A charming French majolica barbotine pig pitcher by Orchies, circa 1880. Maker's mark on reverse. This highly collectible pitcher, titled "Cochon au Jambon" (pig with ham), is depict...

19th century hand made and hand painted sponge ware pitcher. beautiful blue and white color pattern. Great for decoration or to be used as a flower vase.

This is a beautiful English etched glass pitcher. The pitcher features intricate etched-glass work with flowers and ferns. A lovely piece for bedside or on the table. This piece w...

French Faience Pitcher, late 19th century. Hand-painted, traditional floral design.

This lovely flow blue pitcher and bowl set is beautifully detailed with decorative contrasting blue and white coloration. This piece dates to the yea...

This antique jaspé ware French pitcher makes an exciting vase or stand alone decor item for the psychedelic swirls in autumnal colors wrapping the cylindrical form. A great patina fr...

Bofa Keramik Pitcher by Aksel Andersen & Leif Henriksen, Bornholm, Denmark, c.1960.

A fabulous, heavy crystal pitcher from late 19th century France. The vessel is ornamented with exceptional designs cut directly into the glass. Fluted details can be found around the...

English traditional pitcher with strawberry motif. Fantastic piece to add to a collection.

19th Century French Majolica Pitcher or creamer Onnaing.