Pewter is a is a malleable metal alloy, traditionally 85–99% tin, with the remainder consisting of copper, antimony, bismuth or lead. It was first produced around the beginning of the Bronze Age circa 4000 B.C. It came into existence in Europe in the Middle ages (5tᵗʰ - 15ᵗʰ century) and was produces in heavy numbers. By the 12ᵗʰ century pewter was first being controlled by constituents of town guilds in France, controlling the fines of the pewter's grade against the added alloys. England began this process in the mid 15ᵗʰ century. Pewter was the chief tableware until the making of porcelain. Mass production of pottery, porcelain and glass products has seen pewter universally replaced in day-to-day life. "Unlidded" mugs and lidded tankards may be the most familiar pewter artifacts from the late 17ᵗʰ and 18ᵗʰ centuries, although the metal was also used for many other items including porringers, plates, dishes, basins, spoons, measures, flagons, communion cups, teapots, sugar bowls, beer steins, and cream jugs. There are mainly 4 countries which produced pewter in Europe, which are; England, France, Netherlands and Germany.
Such pewter articles are often seen in local auctions especially 17ᵗʰ and 18ᵗʰ century pieces. The local market is not as keen as the foreign on such articles but when a rare or a well crafted and decorated piece shows up, everyone would want to own!
Pewter articles are usually present in Fine Furnishings and Decorated Arts auctions at Centurion Auctioneers which are held regularly.
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Should you have any questions in regards to Pewter articles that you might wish to evaluate or to list in future auctions, please visit the CONTACT page , the VALUATIONS page or the REQUEST INFORMATION page or send an email to Centurion Auctioneers - info@centurion-auctions.com
Such pewter articles are often seen in local auctions especially 17ᵗʰ and 18ᵗʰ century pieces. The local market is not as keen as the foreign on such articles but when a rare or a well crafted and decorated piece shows up, everyone would want to own!
Pewter articles are usually present in Fine Furnishings and Decorated Arts auctions at Centurion Auctioneers which are held regularly.
Click on the images for more information.
Should you have any questions in regards to Pewter articles that you might wish to evaluate or to list in future auctions, please visit the CONTACT page , the VALUATIONS page or the REQUEST INFORMATION page or send an email to Centurion Auctioneers - info@centurion-auctions.com
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BY JOHN DONNE, CIRCA 1695-1700
6½in. (16.6cm.) high overall.
Sold £19,200 Christie's auctions
LATE 17TH CENTURY
8½ in. (21.8 cm.) diameter.
Sold £4,000 Christie's auctions
EARLY 17TH CENTURY
9in. (22.8cm.) high.
Sold £16,800 Christie's auctions
MID 17TH CENTURY
28¼in. (71.7cm.) overall; 4 7/8in. (12.4cm.) rim width.
Sold £72,000 Christie's auctions
CIRCA 1685
6½ in. (17 cm.) high overall.
Sold £1,125 Christie's auctions
CIRCA 1500
8in. (20.3cm.) high overall.
Sold £24,000 Christie's auctions
CIRCA 1600-1620
10 ¾ in. (27.5 cm.) high; 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm.) diameter.
Sold £11,875 Christie's auctions
THIRD QUARTER 18TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY THE HAGUE
9¾ in. (24 cm.) high; 21 in. (53 cm.) wide; 13 in (33 cm.) deep.
Sold £3,824 Christie's auctions
BY SAMUEL BILLINGS OF COVENTRY, CIRCA 1685
12in. (30.5cm.) high overall (2).
Sold £24,000 Christie's auctions
BY EDWARD UBLEY OF LONDON, CIRCA 1700
5in. (12.7cm.) high.
Sold £9,600 Christie's auctions
CIRCA 1600
6in. (15cm.).
Sold £1,140 Christie's auctions
THURINGIA, EARLY 18TH CENTURY
5in. (12.7cm.) high.
Sold £750 Christie's auctions
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