Description From our Decanter collection, we are delighted to offer this Mid-Century Modern Spanish Boars Head Pitcher by Valenti. The Pitcher of novelty form with large rounded glass decanter body mounted with a thick cast silver plated boars head showing detailed features with glass eyes with the handle of the pitcher formed as the tail of the boar. This pitcher is a slightly rarer model with a purple hue glass body which gives a lovely effect in the light. The pitcher is stamped by the maker Valenti, made in Spain and dates to the second half of the 20th century Mid-Century Modern circa 1960. Valenti (1798-present) Valentí is a Barcelona based decorative arts firm founded in 1798, known for producing high quality furniture, silver, and interior objects that combine traditional hand finishing with modern production techniques. Rooted in a long artisanal heritage, the company blends classical design influences with contemporary lines, supplying an international clientele across Europe, the United States, and Asia. For further information see our Makers and Retailers page on Valenti. Silver Plate refers to a method of applying a thin layer of silver to a base metal such as brass. Therefore it refers to an item which is not solid silver but plated to the outer coating. Mid-century Modern is a design movement in interior, product, graphic design, architecture, and urban development. It was popular in the United States and Europe roughly between 1945 and 1969. The term was defined as a design movement by Cara Greenberg in her 1984 book Mid-Century Modern: Furniture of the 1950s and is now officially recognized by scholars and museums as a significant movement in design. Generally, the movement is characterized by clean and simple lines with the honest use of materials and it generally does not include decorative embellishments. Why Buy from Mark Goodger Antiques? With over thirty five years of specialist experience, Mark Goodger Antiques is recognised internationally as a leading authority in antique boxes and related works of art. Every item offered has been personally selected by Mark, whose knowledge and judgement are trusted by collectors, institutions, museums, interior designers, and fellow dealers worldwide. Every purchase is supplied with a full supporting package for clarity and reassurance. This includes a Certificate of Authenticity, a detailed condition and care guide specific to your item, our most recent catalogue, and a separate invoice suitable for insurance and valuation purposes. Each piece is carefully examined prior to sale to ensure accuracy of description and quality. Your purchase is fully insured during transit and protected by our straightforward money back guarantee, allowing you to buy with complete confidence. We pride ourselves on transparency, expertise, and long term relationships with our clients, many of whom return to us repeatedly over decades. When you buy from Mark Goodger Antiques, you are purchasing from a specialist family business built on knowledge, trust, and an unrivalled focus on antique boxes.
