Rare Antique French or Polish Pewter Rococo Form Covered Bouillion Bowl & Stand, c.1744s, Bowl ink well while ladies boxes were usually

while ladies boxes were usually fitted out inside with fine tuck/tufted silk lining

tumbler or "timbale" with flared rim and engraved “Elisa C" inscripton or dedication

I've been on a bit of a buying binge lately for these wonderful French still life paintings (some shown in final photos)

sometimes lined in suede

NOTE: The red coral is a talisman for protection of the wearer from harm

Rare Antique French or Polish Pewter Rococo Form Covered Bouillion Bowl & Stand, c.1744s, Bowl ink well while ladies boxes were usuallyI've had this one for decades, and I've seen these 3 pc covered bouillion or porringer sets in museums several times in Europe. The story is as charming as is the old pewter and maker marks: these were a traditional gift to a new mother for her 'lying in' period, c. 1700s, when she was often taken care of and brought her food on tray. "Ecuelle ou bouillie de accouche". The covered porringer bowl kept her food warm longer so baby's interruptions were