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Pewter has been cherished for centuries as a material for tableware, decorative objects, and everyday tools. English pewter, especially, carries a deep and textured history — crafted by skilled makers whose work furnished homes, taverns, and ceremonial tables, and reflected the social customs and craftsmanship of their age.
This piece is a miniature pewter pitcher, likely intended as a decorative ornament, a small measure, or a collectible novelty. Its compact, well-made form speaks to the utility and aesthetic of traditional pewter work. Notably, a lion stamp appears on the base, a significant detail. Such marks are characteristic of English pewterware and often indicate a maker’s mark or quality hallmark. That lion stamp can be the key to tracing the pitcher’s origin and date, and it may enhance the piece’s interest and collectible value for those who appreciate period metalwork and provenance.
Dimension
Height: 3 ¼
Opening: 1 ½ in
Diameter: 2 ¼ in
*The photo may slightly different from actual item in terms of colour due to the lighting during photo shooting or the monitor's display. All sales on vintage items are final.
Pewter has been cherished for centuries as a material for tableware, decorative objects, and everyday tools. English pewter, especially, carries a deep and textured history — crafted by skilled makers whose work furnished homes, taverns, and ceremonial tables, and reflected the social customs and craftsmanship of their age.
This piece is a miniature pewter pitcher, likely intended as a decorative ornament, a small measure, or a collectible novelty. Its compact, well-made form speaks to the utility and aesthetic of traditional pewter work. Notably, a lion stamp appears on the base, a significant detail. Such marks are characteristic of English pewterware and often indicate a maker’s mark or quality hallmark. That lion stamp can be the key to tracing the pitcher’s origin and date, and it may enhance the piece’s interest and collectible value for those who appreciate period metalwork and provenance.
Dimension
Height: 3 ¼
Opening: 1 ½ in
Diameter: 2 ¼ in
*The photo may slightly different from actual item in terms of colour due to the lighting during photo shooting or the monitor's display. All sales on vintage items are final.
