Tiffany Victorian Classical Repousse Sterling Silver Tankard Pitcher

Rare Victorian Classical sterling silver tankard pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1875. Drum-form with high-capacity v-form spout and skirted base. Cover hinged and raised with central flower bud radiating leaf-and-dart and flat and plain piecrust rim; thumb-rest mounted to s-scroll handle. Dense allover floral repousse and acanthus borders as well as plain scalloped borders. Refined ornament and stout yeoman form. Fully marked including makers stamp, pattern no. 4341 (first produced in 1875), directors letter M (1873-91), and volume (2 quarts). Very good condition. Overall dimensions: H 9 1/4 x W 10 1/2 x D 6 3/4 in. Heavy weight: 42.5 troy ounces. #CA651

Estimate:$11,400

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