Cruet set

Josef Heilingötter, Carlsbad, Bohemia, second half of 18th century

Cast pewter, glass. The cruet set comprises a stand on four feet, an etagere, four spice casters, a pot, oil and vinegar cruets, and two bowls (a salt cellar and a sugar bowl).

H: 28.5 cm / W: 22.5 cm / L: 28.7 cm

Marked on base with the Carlsbad coat of arms and the mark of quality (FEIN ZINN). Inscription on bottom of foot on sugar bowl: “JOS: HEILINGÖTTER/IN CARLSBAD/S:W:FEIN ZIN.“

UMP 3933a-g

One of the most important families of pewterers in Carlsbad, the Heilingötters also produced Rococo tableware and utensils based on silversmith patterns.

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