HOT WATER FOUNTAIN OR SAMOVAR in silver-plated copper. The a - Lot 443

HOT WATER FOUNTAIN OR SAMOVAR in silver-plated copper. The amphora-shaped body rests on four feet with rocaille-decorated scrolls and medallion attachments attached to a square base on which rests the stove with turned wooden handle. The body of the fountain features a tap with a swan's head-shaped wooden handle. It is bordered by two curved handles with fillets and lanceolate leaf attachments. The decoration features laurel garlands with ribbon bows and a similar cartouche centered on a coat of arms. The interior features a tubular element. The lid is bordered by a wide acanthus-leaf frieze, is openwork at the top and surmounted by a burst fruit-shaped grip. The alliance coat of arms is stamped with a marquis crown, with the motto in a phylactery below: DAT/VIM/ARDET: dexter, azure a stem in bloom, a sun and sinister, argent (?) a navy anchor and two mullets in chief. Restoration to one of the legs, accidents. Height : 51 cm