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Book number: 78529

Tinnen stadskannen in de Lage Landen. Hoe wijn gepresenteerd werd.

Beekhuizen, J.F.H.H. / Ph. Probst / H.B. van Wijk.

Stichting Nederlandse Tinbibliotheek, 2016

ISBN: 9789082538205

€ 15,00

28 x 22 cm, hardcover. 216 pages, richly illustrated with color images. Text in Dutch. Book is very good. See picture.

Study on pewter city jugs used in the Low Countries from the late Middle Ages to the 18th century. The book covers the production, use, and symbolism of these ceremonial vessels, often presented as gifts to influential figures. All 81 surviving city jugs are discussed and illustrated, organized by city. Additional topics include presentation wines, pewterers' marks, and distinctions between city jugs and regular pouring jugs.