Antique French 19th Century Pewter-Etain Bouillon or Porringer and Decorative Cover, No Underplate bamboo The painting is 2" in

The painting is 2" in diameter

vines and acanthus

The lift-out tray has several old French watercolor bricks

The hinged comb can be worn in a variety of positions owing to the way it's made

at 6 1/2" x 5 1/4"

Antique French 19th Century Pewter-Etain Bouillon or Porringer and Decorative Cover, No Underplate bamboo The painting is 2" inI've had this one for decades, and I've seen these (usually) 3 pc covered bouillon 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, (this one dates c. 1900s), 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