Vintage Alpaca Rooster Cognac Warmer - Spain 1940s

This vintage cognac warmer, made in Spain in the mid-20th century, is a functional barware piece featuring a detailed rooster design. The item is crafted from alpaca (nickel silver), a durable alloy valued for its silver-like luster and durability, typical of high-quality accessories from that period.

Object history:
The production of such accessories in 1940s Spain reflects the peak of European drink-serving culture. The design includes an anatomical rooster figure serving as a glass support and a suspended alcohol burner on a chain, intended for the controlled heating of the spirit to release its aromatic bouquet.

Details and condition:
- Period: 1940s
- Technique: Artistic casting and engraving
- Height: 17 cm (6.7 inches)
- Width: 15 cm (5.9 inches)
- Depth: 10 cm (3.9 inches)
- Material: Alpaca (nickel, zinc, and copper alloy)
- Weight: 220 g (0.49 lbs)
- Condition: Excellent vintage preservation. The metal shows a natural patina consistent with its age. Mechanical elements and the suspension chain are intact.

Additional notes:
The alcohol burner requires a new wick for operation. The glass and wick are not included in the sale; they are shown for illustrative purposes only.

Value and use:
A high-value piece for barware collectors, poultry-themed object collectors, and specialists in 20th-century Spanish technical metalwork.