PARIS 1771 - 1772 and 1772 - 1773 (date letters H and I) Baluster ewer and its silver basin. It stands on a pedestal bordered with oves and interlacing, the latter echoing the hinged lid rim. The lower part of the ewer is encircled by fillets, echoing the undulating movement in the upper part of the ewer. The scrolled handle ends in a freshwater snail. The oval-shaped basin is also edged with ovals. Both parts are engraved with a coat of arms topped by a marquis's crown. Master goldsmith: Pierre François GOGUELYE, received in 1768. Weight of the two elements: 1785 g - length of the basin: 34.5 cm - height of the ewer: 23.5 cm