20thC CONTINENTAL SOLID SILVER & CLEAR GLASS NOVELTY 'DUCK' CLARET JUG

£2,795.00

A superb 20th Century Continental solid silver & clear glass novelty claret jug, realistically modelled as a duck with its head slightly raised, with a silver sprung-hinged head. The clear glass body with handle attached is realistically modelled with etched frosted glass plumage and two tucked in feet.

Such novelty claret jugs are rare and extremely sought after. it is easy to imagine the appeal behind these objects which would have made wonderful items to wow their guests. As relevant today as it was then, it makes a fantastic conversation piece and wonderful as part of a collection of barware in the modern home. Hallmarked "Sterling" Silver (925 Standard).

Reference Number: J11392

A superb 20th Century Continental solid silver & clear glass novelty claret jug, realistically modelled as a duck with its head slightly raised, with a silver sprung-hinged head. The clear glass body with handle attached is realistically modelled with etched frosted glass plumage and two tucked in feet.

Such novelty claret jugs are rare and extremely sought after. it is easy to imagine the appeal behind these objects which would have made wonderful items to wow their guests. As relevant today as it was then, it makes a fantastic conversation piece and wonderful as part of a collection of barware in the modern home. Hallmarked "Sterling" Silver (925 Standard).

Reference Number: J11392

CONDITION

In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.

SIZE

Height: 19 cm // 7.48 inches
Width: 26 cm // 10.24 inches
Depth: 13 cm // 5.12 inches
Weight: 1435 grams