Magnificent Antique WMF Art Nouveau Silver Plated Lidded Tankard Putti Ladies. 

Referenced In WMF Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork, Page 160, No 237.

Fully Signed WMFB 

Excellent Antique Condition 

42cm High 

Weight : 3.8kg 

Circa : 1890-1900 

Here we have a magnificent WMF antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Britannia metal very large lidded Tankard, a true statement piece.

It has a 3 dimensional classic Art Nouveau design featuring cherubs playing musical instruments and nude semi-draped maidens with a polished silver plated finish.

Tankard stands on four racket feet form cast with Grapes.

The domed Tankard Hinged cover is surrounded with large Putto (Cherub) figure holding a goblet with a wonderful intricate mandolin on his lap.

The Handle is very substantial and formed from a angular vine.

The workmanship and quality of this tankard is superb and the skill that must of gone into the production of the piece is staggering, it’s truly a work of art.

Its a large and impressive piece from WMF with a Hight of 42cm and weight of 3.8 kilo, its simply magnificent.

Displays beautifully.

Condition

The Condition is wonderful, silver plate is bright and polished, very little silver loss, a little on the vine end of the handle and hinge casing ( very small ) just a light glint of gold showing.

No breakages, dents or dints, a little bit of discoloring on the inside of tankard, I have not polished it, however if the buyer requests, I shall do it

The lid and hinge are strong and true, base is perfectly straight with no wobbles.

This Tankard is about as good an example as you can get.

The Tankard is over 120 years old and looks amazing with no condition issue whatsoever. 

Dimensions approximately 

Height : 42 cm 

Width widest point : 23cm

Depth : 19cm 

Weight : 3.8 kilo 

Photos 

Please checkout the photos as they are an important part of my description, they will reflect the condition, style and beauty of this Magnificent WMF Tankard.

Postage 

I shall pack properly to ensure that it reaches its new home in perfect condition, due to the size and weight of the finished package which shall weigh over 5 kilo, I shall send by Royal Mail Special Delivery or similar express quality courier service.

Overseas buyers are welcome, please use the Global shipping service provided.

Should you have any questions about this piece, please just send me a message and I shall get back to asap.

Thank you for looking