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Ewer basin from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio, 1719 (silver-gilt)
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Ewer basin from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio, 1719 (silver-gilt)
6081946 Ewer basin 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 25137010
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the exquisite Ewer basin from the service of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans, Duchess of Modena and Reggio in 1719. Crafted with silver-gilt by the talented artist Nicolas Besnier (attributed to), this piece is a true testament to his skill and attention to detail. The ewer stands at an impressive height of 21.5 cm, while the basin measures 23.5 cm in length. The baluster ewer rests on a pedestal adorned with delicate oves, its body intricately decorated with chiseled motifs and engraved trellises and shells against a matte background. The neck features elegant wavelets, leading up to a spout embellished with shells and flowers. One cannot help but be captivated by the handle's threaded winding design, complete with a cherub head attachment. The hinged cover mimics gentle waves, topped off by a button grip resting on a gadrooned terrace. The oval basin sits gracefully on its own pedestal adorned with nets, featuring wavelet decorations along its edge. A frieze of flowers centered around a shell adds an extra touch of elegance. Notably, both the body and basin bear engravings depicting alliance coat-of-arms surmounted by a dukes crown. This remarkable piece is now part of a private collection, serving as an enduring symbol of Charlotte Aglae d Orleans' prestigious lineage and refined taste for artistry in her time.
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