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Brasserie Landolt – Historical Water Pitcher from a Legendary Geneva Bar This antique water pitcher, dating from around 1900, once belonged to the renowned Brasserie Landolt in Geneva. Stamped on the bottom with the establishment’s mark, this vessel is more than just a utilitarian object—it is a silent witness to a remarkable chapter of European history. The Brasserie Landolt was not just a popular bar; it was a vibrant meeting place for political thinkers, revolutionaries, and historical figures at the dawn of the 20th century. It played host to members of the Bolshevik party in exile and was frequented by figures such as Vladimir Lenin, Leon Trotsky, and Georgi Plekhanov—key architects of the Russian Revolution. Remarkably, even Benito Mussolini, long before his fascist rise, is known to have been among the many personalities who passed through its doors. Imagine the conversations that unfolded around the tables where this pitcher once stood—debates about ideology, revolution, and the future of nations. Consider whose hands may have grasped its handle, and the toasts it may have accompanied—moments of camaraderie, conspiracy, or contemplation. This pitcher is more than an artifact; it is a tangible connection to the intellectual and political ferment of pre-revolutionary Europe. A rare and evocative relic, it brings history to life in the most unexpected and intimate way. Some losses to silver plate, especially inside, otherwise still very decorative. 18 cm up to the top of the handle. Inv: 5998D251N309