Silver Ewer, 1930

Beautiful water jug and washbasin set made of solid silver, with a weight of 1080 grames. This is a valuable Spanish article which dates from the 1930-40s. The silver is hand-engraved and forms lovely waves and volutes at the edge of both pieces. The washbasins stylized shape is highly appealing, as it stands on a small base and lifts its borders so as to protect the water jug. The two pieces are made of first class solid silver and the washbasin bears two hallmarks that testify for the quality and the origin of this set. Overall, the washbasin together with the water jug make up a beautiful and charming article that is also made of a valuable metal and boasts a decorative design.The water jug shows a lobed design, with a spherical bottom that narrows its design and shape upwards and forms a stylized neck ended by the finely engraved mouth. The top is covered by a beautiful wavy lid which has a piece engraved in the shape of a delicate rose with its leaves. This piece is fit to lift the lid and pour the water. The jugs mouth is profusely engraved and molded with waves and volutes, and joins the handle which boasts a similar design. The pieces body is also finely engraved with heraldic motives which match the washbasins decoration. On the other hand, the washbasin has the same lobed design as the jug and boasts a curved and nice border. Inside we can see the same heraldic patterns in the shape of shields, crosses and rampant lions; it is a simple and elegant decoration.Both pieces stand on small and delicate bases, which elevate them over the surface and provide them with elegance and lightness. The set is in striking condition and the silver boasts its wonderful glow and clean tone everywhere. These washbasin and water jug sets have a very ancient origin and are thought to have come to Europe from the East in times of the Byzantine Empire. Curiously enough, this kind of sets traditionally accompanies the iconic representation of Temperance; this virtue is usually depicted as a woman pouring water with the jug into the basin.As well as its intrinsic value and its ancient age, this washbasin and jug set will provide the most exclusive room or dressing table with considerably charm and glamour.Measurements: Jug: Width: 140 mm. Height: 180 mm. Washbasin: Width: 203 mm. Height: 93 mm. 1080 grames