Round pewter platter or large serving plate with a scalloped and molded rim.
Three hallmarks: crowned Tudor rose / I.B.O / ARGENTAT, by Jean-Baptiste Oudart.
A very fine example of the production of the Oudart workshop in Lille, a renowned dynasty of master pewterers.
The central hallmark indicates a work by Jean-Baptiste Oudart, who became a master in 1775. He marked Lille production until the early 19th century.
The "ARG" (for Argenté, meaning silvered) and the scalloped style indicate a production date often between 1820 and 1850, a period when the Oudart workshop partnered with Rudot. Hallmarks: The crowned rose, a symbol of quality for so-called "fine" pewter, is visible.
The presence of three hallmarks (one of which reads "ARG") underscores an attempt to imitate silverwork, very fashionable during the reign of Louis-Philippe.
Style: Scalloped rim with molded edges, typical of the Louis XV style, which remained a standard of elegance for pewter tableware throughout the 19th century.
Diameter: 32 cm.
Some scratches due to use and age (1840-1875, 19th century).
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsSilverMaterialMetalNumber of items1First ownerYesHeight32 cmWidth32 cmDepth2 cmSigns of usageScratches