Pitchers

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this once in a lifetime opportunity to own this custom made pair of Pitcher Jugs which are part of a suite of Hermes Paris “Farming” Kelly picnic equipment, Barenia Edition, these were custom made to order for Lady Victoria De Rothschild in 2015. This sale is for the pair of pitcher jugs only, I have also listed under my other items the pair of Champagne buckets and pair of Wine coolers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price These are the only examples in the world of this particular picnic set, they were made to order from Lady Victoria de Rothschild in 2015, purchased by myself at the estate sale after her passing. Each piece is expertly crafted to the finest standard by the genius’s that are Hermes Paris, the wicker has been finely woven and houses perfectly polished chrome cases, the handles are hand stitched and signed Hermes Paris in leather. Each piece of chrome has been professionally restored and polished to the highest standards by Penhaligan Silverwear LTD London in cooperation with Strong and Woodhatch. Dimensions Height:- 21.3cm Width and depth 10cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. Victoria, Lady de Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm rays and the life-style of Palm Beach brought her a freedom of spirit that remained with her throughout her life and informed and shaped her taste. Later the family moved to Manhattan; her mother, Marcia Lou Whitney Schott, was a woman of great poise and style and remained a huge and lasting inspiration to her daughter. After coming to London, as a young adult, to dip her toe into British culture, she went back to the US and gained a degree in economics at Trinity College Hartford. Three years later, through mutual friends she met and married Sir Evelyn de Rothschild. They returned to the UK and made their homes in London and in the Rothschild family house in Buckinghamshire; Victoria bringing to the formal landscape of these two houses a transatlantic chic and her own particular quiet exoticism. The history of collecting in the Rothschild family is meticulously documented and was well known to Victoria, it was music to her ears. She continued the tradition and over a period of 40 years gathered together a remarkable and eclectic collection of furniture, glass, china, silver and jewellery. She bought instinctively and decisively; in later years the collection was curated by her great friend, decorator and dress designer, Tomasz Starzewski. There was nothing that Victoria enjoyed more than entertaining her friends and giving them exquisitely wrapped presents. In her last flat, she had a room entirely set aside for present wrapping. It was here that she kept exotic Japanese tissue papers in graded shades, antique rolls of striped ribbons and haute couture silk ones, ready for when a friend had a birthday. Entertaining remained one of her greatest pleasures, and she did this on two levels: the very large dinners for 200 or 250 people, to the more intimate events for family, friends, children and grandchildren. Whatever the circumstances, like an impresario rising to the challenge, she would set to work, with an awesome attention to detail that seemed effortless; she was brimming full of ideas. I remember in particular one birthday dinner when the ceiling of the dining room was covered with hovering aubergine coloured balloons, echoing the violet napkins below. Her large-scale entertainments were memorable; there was an anniversary dinner at Lords Cricket Ground, where the tablecloths were made of white cricket flannel and boiled brisket was served, so simple, witty, understated, whilst Rory Bremner provided the cabaret. On the occasion of her daughter’s 21st birthday, she transformed the Royal College of Art into a replica of the 20th century nightclub ‘El Morocco’ in New York for the evening, with Manhattan taxis waiting outside to take the guests home. Victoria’s greatest talent however was in creating tablescapes. This was almost like choreography, and there was always an element of the unexpected. The starting point was a textured fabric - her version of a tablecloth - be it a woven Kente from Ghana, a patchwork quilted sari from India, or a gossamer light runner; the variety of texture and colour enthralled her. She would lay the table, instinctively moving glass, silver, porcelain and flowers around, embellishing, intermingling traditional and contemporary, searching for a harmony that lived up to her own perfectionism. At times she would choose her favourite 18th century Chantilly porcelain plates - even when there were children present - with delicate blue sprays, surrounding a centrepiece of fifteen to twenty Chinese tulip vases. There were never side plates or bread knives - it was a pared down aesthetic, not an excessive one. White Murano goblets and Georg Jensen contemporary silver pitchers would add sparkle and freshness; the result looked like a 16th century Dutch still life. At other events, the table would become a playful study in the juxtaposition of colour, using her gently multi coloured 50’s retro plates, Balinese silver rimmed lacquered bowls and glass tutti-frutti tumblers, made by the Rothschilds’ cousins, the Brandolinis, in Venice. The drinks trays in all her houses will stay in my memory for many years to come. Victoria’s signature Baccarat decanters would stand proud; around them a cluster of delicate early 20th century glasses engraved with the Rothschild crest...

Very nice pitcher dating from the beginning of the 20th century manufactured by Faiencerie Onnaing in the north of France. Depicts a politician sitting on a sign reading "Urgent Ref...

A blue-glazed ceramic pitcher designed and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s.

Beautiful hand painted water pitcher in Barbotine Ceramic from the northern France, from the 1880s. This pitcher is called "maitre d'hotel" features a pig dressed as a waiter and sea...

Constructivist PITCHER in solid silver “Prisma” model created in 2001, proof numbered 12/40 Dimensions: height 21 cm - Width: 14.5 x 8.5 cm Weight: 1060 grams Material: 1st title 92...

The pitcher or vase was hand blown by Peter Secrest in Naples, NY. It has ruby red body with gold flakes inclusions throughout; it is decorated with applied textured blue and clear ...

Standout near pair of pitchers hand crafted in hammered copper under silver plate in modern form featuring stone clad stylized parrots as handles. Stamped Mexico on the bottoms.

Victorian Classical sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1877. Globular bowl with drum-form neck, small lip spout, and c-scroll handle. Bowl has verti...

Fresh and Pretty American Art Nouveau sterling silver water pitcher, ca 1910. Retailed by Udall & Ballou in New York. Lobed and ovoid body with helmet mouth, domed foot, and high-loo...

Rare black Oliver water jug or pitcher is a part of Storybirds series that was designed in 1993 by Kati Tuominen-Niittyla (b. 1947), an internationally acclaimed ceramic artist livi...

Set of six Murano glass cups and matching carafe. This set is made entirely of hand-blown glass on the island of Murano outside of Venice; Italy. They feature a transparent glass wit...

Gunnar Ander Water Pitcher by Ystad Metall, Sweden 1960's.

Fabulous vintage, glass-lined, carved sycamore carafe. Made in Italy, designed by Manzoni Pietro for Vietri.

Feldspathic stoneware hunt jug with applied handle. The hunt scene relief rests on a ground of blue enamel. The neck of the pitcher has a gilt trailing decoration in the Classical ta...

A striking almost monumental pottery jug from Sylvac, England. This design 1410 dates back to the 1930s and it features delicate bone-texture-like brown and yellow glazes. A beautifu...

19th Century Victorian Majolica Minton Lily Pitcher.

English Staffordshire cider jug with pearlware glaze with light blue band with applied grape vine springs encircling the standing rim between the spout & applied handle. Below below ...

A charming vessel for drinks or flowers. These stylish Casa Cubista Rustic Carafes are handmade from terracotta, perfect for use as a jug, pitcher, and vessel for hosting drinks, flo...

Bode Willumsen for Royal Copenhagen. Ceramic pitcher in sung glaze. Handle in the shape of a mythical creature. Model number: 20128 1930s/1940s. Marked. Perfect condition. First fac...

A charming vessel for drinks or flowers. These stylish Casa Cubista Rustic Carafes are handmade from terracotta, perfect for use as a jug, pitcher, and vessel for hosting drinks, flo...

A generously sized glass carafe, it can hold 2 litres. Made of borosilicate glass, each carafe is handmade, without the use of moulds, by Venetian craftsmen. Minimal variations in sh...

Midcentury Modern sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Alphonse La Paglia (d. 1953) in New Jersey. Baluster with asymmetrical oval mouth; stepped and round foot ring with flat bead...

Elevate your home decor with this stunning Copper, Silver & Stone Pitcher by Los Castillo, Mexico from the 1960s. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship at the shop of Los Castillo in ...

A charming vessel for drinks or flowers. These stylish Casa Cubista Rustic Carafes are handmade from terracotta, perfect for use as a jug, pitcher, and vessel for hosting drinks, flo...

Smear glaze stoneware hunt jug with a brown enamel glazed rim, spout, and upper part of the loop handle. The body of the pitcher is decorated with an applied hunt scene which rests a...

Excellent condition ~ no chips, cracks or crazing! Mid-Century Hall Pottery; solid green donut pitcher with ice lip to catch ice cubes when pouring;; fab...

A late 19th century cased glass pitcher. Circa. 1890. Beautiful pink and white diamond quilted pattern. Excellent original condition.

A beautiful glass pitcher from the 1950s, designed and executed by Carl Auböck, Austria. Usually these pitchers have a leather belt, but this one has a lovely newspaper decor on its ...

Jens Thirslund (1892-1942) Kähler pitcher decorated with greenish glaze. Stamped HAK for Herman A. Kähler, Denmark, 1930s. In perfect condition. Meas...

Tall French stoneware ewer by Gilbert Metenier (Gannat), France, 1920s. Tall and spectacular ewer. Great effect! Measures: Height 43.8 cm, 17.2 in., width 17.5 cm, 6.9 in., depth 16....

A lovely large antique French white ironstone pitcher, circa 1880. Made in France by the famous Hautin Boulenger & Cie earthenware factory located in Choisy le Roi, France. Signed on...

A lovely large antique Belgian white ironstone pitcher, circa 1880. Made by Boch La Louviere, in Belgium, signed on reverse. This fine quality pitcher is a nice large size measuring ...

Adorably vintage, we love the rich amber color of this glass pitcher. The smooth swirl pattern of the glass is pretty but not distracting. Perfect for summer drinks with the convenie...

Feldspathic stoneware hunt jug with a cobalt blue enameled neck and spout. The body of the pitcher is decorated with an applied hunt scene above a melon ribbed base. Written in grap...

A magnificent and rare mid century wild boar-themed complete drinks set, comprising a boar’s head decanter with six matching stirrup cups and matching tray, made in Spain in c. 1960....

The Fein Zinn and Kayserzinn set is handcrafted pewter. The vintage Fein Zinn pewter tankard and cup is probably late 19th Century. Of circular section with shouldered cover, shaped...

Wilhelm Kåge (Swedish, 1889-1960) is often referred to as the father of Swedish modernism and remains an icon of the Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. In 1917 he became a d...

Nine original Munich Oktoberfest 1 liter beer Pitchers with heavy pewter lids. From the years 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. All Pitchers are unused and wi...

This charming Alsace region pottery jug has a lovely color and colorful flower decoration. This jug is a large size and is suitable as a decoration or a classic jug or vase.

Dimensions (h x l x d): 9 x 8.5 x 6 1/8 in Weight: 27.7 toz

Modern sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1907. Ovoid body, stepped foot, short neck, and helmet mouth; soft bracket handle with trefoil shaped tail...

Murano Glass Pitcher with handle Twisted Glass Handle Purple Color Italy 20th.

This gorgeous Italian vintage ceramic pitcher by Aldo Londi for Bitossi features a glazing central band of the Arabesque decor in two different shades of green and the house signature dark brown rough surface, so characteristic of the Bitossi production during the Mid-Century period. Handcrafted in Flavia Montelupo, Italy, circa the 1960s. Measurements: Height 21cm/ 8.25" Width 9.5cm/ 3.75" Depth 9.5cm/ 3.75" Weight 1.38kg The brick-shaped Bitossi by Aldo Londi pitchers...

Jug or pitcher in Stoneware, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown and Grey gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in Farnce, circa 19th century. Japones...

Pitcher in good condition, production Italica Ars. Thank you

A magnificent large wine jug, wonderful quality made from a hefty piece of crystal beautifully hand-cut. The naturalistic handle is just lovely, the collar and lid smothered with ...

Wonderfully charming silver plated cocktail shaker, bar or water pitcher in the form a penguin with a screwed on cap at the end of the spout and the head that lifts off for filling....

Hand-Built and Glazed Pitcher by Anne Dangar, France, c. 1945 Lovely glazed ceramic pitcher by Anne Dangar. Dangar is a celebrated Australian abstract exp...

Minton Majolica jug / pitcher which features oak leaves and acorns to the sides and a snail to the handle. Colouration: brown, green, yellow, are p...

A beautifully crafted Italian Majolica Pig Pitcher. The piece is a wonderful and warm addition to any kitchen or bar area. While very decorative...

To stay hydrated in front of roaring furnaces, Venetian glass masters would craft personalized drinking glasses of their own styling. Getting its name from the Venetian word for cup ...

Dimensions (h x l x d): 11 5/8 x 9 3/8 x 6.5 in Weight: 31.2 toz

Godinger Hammered Pitcher with Brass Leaf and Twig Handle - a handsome addition to your table or bar - beautiful and in perfect condition.

This is a very charming milk jug with cover made by Worcester in their First Period (sometimes called the Dr Wall Period) in about 1760. The items are decorated in a black overglaze ...

Pair of glass carafes made of faceted clear glass on an octagonal stand, silver mount with hinged lid with thumb rest and elegantly curved handle. Dimensions: height: 30,5 cm / ...

Vintage Cambridge Art Nouveau Floral Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Lemonade Pitcher w/ Ice Caddy. Item features a blown glass handle, sterling silver overlay, marked "Sterling," remo...

Hallmarked in London in 1965 by Gerald Benney, this handsome, Sterling Silver Beer Jug or Water Jug, is plain in style, with an angular handle. The jug measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 8...

Simple, elegant carafe made of clear glass in the shape of a cube on a square base, pyramid-shaped raised wall at the top and ending in a round neck, encased in a smooth silver mount...