Ewer from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio, 1719 (silver-gilt)

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Ewer from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio, 1719 (silver-gilt)

6081947 Ewer from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio, 1719 (silver-gilt) by Besnier, Nicolas (1686-1754) (attr. to); ewer height 21.5 x basin length 23.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, (20 October 1700 - 19 January 1761), Duchess of Modena and Reggio, third daughter of Philippe II, Duke of Orleans, and of his wife, Francoise-Marie de Bourbon. The baluster ewer on pedestal edged with oves, the body with chiseled decoration and engraved with trellises and shells on a matte background in cartridges, the neck decorated with wavelets, the spout decorated with shell and flowers, the handle in threaded winding with cherub head attachment, the hinged cover in waves, the button grip on a gadrooned terrace, the oval basin on a pedestal with nets, the edge decorated with wavelets and a frieze of flowers centered on a shell on a matte background, the applied sides of a blowing cherub head, engraved on the body and in the basin of the alliance coat of arms surmounted by a dukes crown, hallmarks under the body: traces of charge and jurande (letter VS); under the basin: charge and jurande.); Photo © Christies Images

Media ID 25162834

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This print showcases an exquisite silver-gilt ewer from the personal service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio. Crafted in 1719 by the talented artist Nicolas Besnier (attributed to), this piece is a true testament to the opulence and grandeur of its time. Standing at a height of 21.5 cm, the baluster ewer rests on a pedestal adorned with delicate oves. Its body boasts intricate chiseled decoration, featuring trellises and shells set against a matte background within elegant cartridges. The neck displays graceful wavelets, while the spout is beautifully embellished with shell motifs and flowers. The handle of this remarkable ewer takes the form of threaded winding, culminating in an attachment shaped like a cherub's head. The hinged cover features waves, adding another layer of artistic detail. A button grip sits atop a gadrooned terrace for easy handling. Accompanying this stunning ewer is an oval basin resting on its own pedestal adorned with nets. The edge of the basin showcases decorative wavelets and a frieze of flowers centered around a shell motif against a matte background. Notably engraved on both the body and basin are alliance coat-of-arms surmounted by a dukes crown – symbolic representations that further elevate its regal charm. With traces of charge and jurande hallmarks under both the body and basin, this exceptional piece exemplifies masterful craftsmanship combined with historical significance. It serves as an enduring reminder not only of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans' prestigious position but also as an embodiment of artistry during one era's most lavish periods.

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