Mars Helmet pewter ewer

french pewter pitcher / ewer

pewter ewer known as 'Mars Helmet'

style: Renaissance, 17-18th century, Louis 13th

period: 20th century reproduction, french country tableware

origin: France

base markings: crowned tudor rose, stylised X, etain d'art, titre legal, Made in France

crowned tudor rose: distinguishes it as premium quality metal

stylized X under the crown: represents quality european pewter, harder in composition

etain d'art: translates to Artistic Pewter (etain is french for pewter)

titre legal: means 'legal standard' or 'certified composition' and proves the item complies with french quality regulations for pewter production

made in France: indicates the piece is a 20th century reproduction

dimensions: 230mm wide x 240mm high