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Canadian 18th century Silver Caster Pierre Huguet dit Latour C.1770

Offered by: Louis Wine Ltd

Description
Canadian 18th century Silver Caster Pierre Huguet dit Latour C.1770 with silversmith mark for Michel Fortin Quebec. This blind caster (sleeved for dry mustard) of baluster form, the foliate decorated cover with plain knopped finial, the lower body plain with engraved crest of a bird on moulded circular pedestal base. Marked on both cover and body and engraved K over PM on underside of base. Height: 4.75 inches. Weight: 133.51 grams. Literature: Illustrated Plate 41 Canadian Silversmiths 1700-1900 John E. Langdon 1966 Edition. Pierre Huguet dit Latour is also noted in the North West Company; Seminary of Quebec Archives P 19 Langdon. Silversmith mark for Michel Fortin Quebec. P73 Langdon
Condition: Good. Retains original patina.
Reference: Illustrated Plate 41 Canadian Silversmiths 1700-1900 John E. Langdon 1966 Edition.
Provenance
Michael Poynder Laird Clowes Ltd 1965
Dr. C.H. Lewis Toronto, Canada by descent
Louis Wine Ltd Toronto 2024

More Information

Origin:	Canada
Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, George III
Dealer Reference #:	L3886
Incollect Reference #:	705157

Message from Seller:

Louis Wine Ltd., based in Toronto at 801-1240 Bay St, specializes in antique silver, jewelry, and decorative arts and is a fourth-generation family business. Originally founded in Ireland in 1880, the company relocated to Toronto in 1981 and continues to serve collectors worldwide. Reach them at 416-929-9333 or winerichard@hotmail.com.

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