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A Large 19th Century Repoussé Charger Depicting Miguel De Cervantes.
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A Large 19th Century Repoussé Charger Depicting Miguel De Cervantes.

19th century
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A large 19th century hexagonal silver plated brass repoussé charger depicting a central portrait of Miguel de Cervantes and scenes from his novel Don Quixote.

Cervantes - a Spanish writer of the late 16th - early 17th centuries, is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the Spanish language, and one of the world's pre-eminent novelists.

His novel Don Quixote was published in two part in 1605 and 1615 and is regarded as one of the pinnacles of literature.

The charger has some slight bending to the edges commensurate with age, but overall is in excellent condition.

Dimensions

Height = 57.5 cm (22.6")

Width = 57.5 cm (22.6")

Depth = 2 cm (0.8")

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Youngs Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Repousse Charger to the 19th Century.

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A large 19th century hexagonal silver plated brass repoussé charger depicting a central portrait of Miguel de Cervantes and scenes from his novel Don Quixote.
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Cervantes - a Spanish writer of the late 16th - early 17th centuries, is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the Spanish language, and one of the world's pre-eminent novelists.
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fig 1. An octagonal nineteenth-century silvered metal charger featuring relief repousse decoration depicting a central portrait bust of Miguel de Cervantes surrounded by narrative vignettes and foliate scrollwork.
fig 1. A Large 19th Century Repoussé Charger Depicting Miguel De Cervantes.

His novel Don Quixote was published in two part in 1605 and 1615 and is regarded as one of the pinnacles of literature.

The charger has some slight bending to the edges commensurate with age, but overall is in excellent condition.

Dimensions

Height = 57.5 cm (22.6")

Width = 57.5 cm (22.6")

Depth = 2 cm (0.8")

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Repousse Charger to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230078
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Archive I An octagonal nineteenth-century silvered metal charger featuring relief repousse decoration depicting a central portrait bust of Miguel de Cervantes surrounded by narrative vignettes and foliate scrollwork.

A Large 19th Century Repoussé Charger Depicting Miguel De Cervantes.

Archive II An octagonal nineteenth-century silvered metal charger featuring relief repousse decoration depicting a central portrait bust of Miguel de Cervantes surrounded by narrative vignettes and foliate scrollwork. View II
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An octagonal nineteenth-century silvered metal charger featuring relief repousse decoration depicting a central portrait bust of Miguel de Cervantes surrounded by narrative vignettes and foliate scrollwork.
A Large 19th Century Repoussé Charger Depicting Miguel De Cervantes.
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An octagonal nineteenth-century silvered metal charger featuring relief repousse decoration depicting a central portrait bust of Miguel de Cervantes surrounded by narrative vignettes and foliate scrollwork.
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A repousse charger is a large decorative metal platter featuring raised designs created by hammering or pressing the reverse side of the metal sheet. Popularised during the Renaissance and revived in the nineteenth century, these ornamental pieces often depict historical figures, mythological themes, or detailed scrolling foliage.

These chargers were typically crafted from copper, brass, pewter, or silvered base metals using repousse hammering, chasing, or electrotyping processes. Fine surface details were defined from the front using handheld chasing tools to create precise textures and relief features.

Authentic period chargers display clear evidence of hand-tooling on the reverse, natural surface oxidisation, and age-related patina within the deeper relief crevices. Electrotype versions from the period often feature a double-walled rim construction or dark copper backing inside the reverse cavity.

Mount the charger securely as a focal wall piece above a sideboard or mantelpiece, or present it on an easel within a library bookcase. The reflective metallic relief provides visual warmth and texture when offset by neutral walls or timber panelling.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to clear debris from intricate relief channels. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive pastes, or vigorous rubbing, which can permanently strip silver plating and alter natural surface patination.
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