Jarro de Pico, Espanha, séc. XVII
Cylindrical body on a semi-spherical base, reinforced with four double buttresses surrounded by engraved decorative elements. High frieze with geometric motifs in “light-dark” contrast. High beak with satyr mask with long open mouth. Handle shaped like an inverted 5. Gold highlights throughout the piece.
Note: For similar pieces please see: MARTIN, Cristina Esteras, “La Plateria de la Colección Várez Fisa, obras escogidas siglos XV – XVIII”, Madrid 2000, Catalogue pp. 171 -188.