Sharpstone storage canister.
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€ 1850
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Serpentine is a mineral that was mined in northern Germany.
In the Middle Ages it was generally believed that serpentine stone had a healing effect. Drinking from serpentine objects had a detoxifying effect.
On the tin cap the maker's stamp. Initial F. I. Franz Jals, master pewter since 1699, died after 1742.
Southern Germany.
For the pewter mark see:
Literature: Süddeutsche Zinngiesser by Erwin Hintze, p.258.
- Name
- Sharpstone storage canister.
- Categories
- More Fine Art
- Origins
- Germany
- periods
- 17th Century, 1700
- Measurements
- Height: 20 cm, Depth: 11 cm
- reference
- LIMA100102
LIM
Limburg Antiquairs
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Recognized for their professionalism and reliability, these sellers maintain a proven track record of curating authentic, high-quality items with expert knowledge and care.
- About
- Founded in 1990
- Artlistings seller since 2015
- Contact
- Located in Den Haag, The Netherlands
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