A Transylvanian pewter jug with punched decor, Kronstadt (Brasov), 17th century Slightly conical body on a wide flared foot. Slightly domed lid with ball finial, pusher with sculpted mascaron. The rims decorated with chased palmette friezes. Relief band handle with floral decoration. Struck city mark of Kronstadt at the base, next to it the unidentified master's mark "MN" with star. Height 30 cm. Condition: II

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