Coffeepot (part of a service) 1809 - 1819

This silver coffeepot, part of a larger service, was crafted by Marc Jacquart, who lived between 1767 and 1859. Note the handle and spout, each terminating in dragon heads, motifs that echo through millennia. The dragon, a symbol of power and protection, appears in ancient Mesopotamian art, guarding temples and warding off evil. Across the world in China, the dragon became an emblem of imperial authority, a benevolent force bringing rain and prosperity. Observe the figure on the body of the pot. Is this the Roman goddess Diana? Perhaps we can also link this piece to images of ancient priestesses. Consider how these symbols persist, adapting to new contexts. The dragon, once a fearsome guardian, now adorns a vessel for a comforting beverage. Like potent dreams, these images resurface, carrying echoes of our collective past.