Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction
Lot 257:
An Early 20th-Century Brass And Copper Cocoa / Chocolate Pot By Paul Beau and Co Montreal
Description
An early 20th-century brass and copper cocoa pot (also referred to as a chocolate pot) by Paul Beau. Maker’s mark on the bottom, reading PAUL BEAU and CO / MONTREAL.
Dimensions: 7.5 inches H x 7 W with handle.
Paul Beau (1871-1949) was a prominent Canadian metalworker, clockmaker, and antiquarian based in Montreal. He was a leading figure in the Canadian Arts and Crafts Movement. His workshop, Paul Beau and Co., was renowned for producing decorative items primarily from brass, copper, and iron, often featuring hand-hammered textures.
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