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A rare D. José (1750-1777) cruet


Estimate

9.000 - 14.000


Session

5 July 2016



Description

Portuguese silver of the 18th century
Lobed cruet stand on four shell feet, the circular cruet frames supported by scroll pillars, front with rocaille cartouche, central handle decorated with shells on a turned stem
With two cruets and three casters of baluster form with engraved decoration with volutes, shell motifs, flowers and draperies
Cruets and castors with Porto assay mark (1784-1792) and Manuel Vilaça Gomes maker's mark (1763-1804), cruet stand with antique owner mark "DR" engraved at the bottom
(wear signs, small bruises)

Height: 30,5 cm
2462 g


Category

Silver



Closed Auction