Large silver tripod coffee pot. Saint Omer 1776-1778 Master goldsmith : attributed to Jacques Loreau. Baluster-shaped, it rests on three feet with scrolls and palmettes attachments. The covered spout is richly decorated with moulded channels enhanced with mid-body combed and ends with a shell. The lid with a raised rim and a doucine is topped by a fleuron resting on a large leafy mound on a bitter background. Turned wood side handle. Height : 30 cm 30 cm Weight : 1099 g.

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