A rare D. José milk jug Portuguese silver of the 18th century Pear shaped body with rare rocaille decoration in relief representing country scene with figures and house On three feet with shell shaped finials, volute handle and engraved monogram under crest Cover with engraved rocaille detail Lisboa assay mark of the second half of the 18th century almost faded and Joaquim Nunes Colares maker's mark (1770-1804) (wear signs, small restorations) Height: 17,5 cm 365 g