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18th Century Swiss Silver Coffee Jug

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Swiss silver coffee jug; an addition to our 18th century silver teaware collection This exceptional antique Swiss silver coffee jug has an oval baluster form onto an oval pedestal foot. The surface of this 18th century coffee jug is plain and unembellished, with an applied moulded border to the upper rim. This antique silver coffee jug retains the original hinged domed cover ornamented with chased foliate decoration, surmounted with the original and impressive cast silver floral and foliate decorated finial. This exceptional Swiss silver coffee jug retains the original carved hardwood scrolling handle, secured to plain cylindrical silver sockets. This exceptional example of antique silverware has an impressive cast spout, ornamented with a lobed fluted decoration above a vase drop motif. The upper portion of the pedestal is encircled with applied bead decoration, in junction with the body. Condition This antique 18th century coffee jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The 18th century Swiss hallmarks struck to the underside of the coffee jug are clear in keeping with age. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example antique teaware. Dimensions Length from back of handle to tip of lip 15.3cm/6' Width 7.8cm/3.1' Height 20.3cm/8' Weight 13.7 troy ounces/425g Date: Circa 1760 Origin: Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 3.1 in (7.88 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    See product description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C73021stDibs: LU1200230588152

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