Lot Essay
The present tureens are similarly moulded to those in the 'Swan Service' but have cover finials and handles modelled as bulrushes instead of figures of a nymph and putto.
CIRCA 1740, FAINT BLUE CROSSED SWORDS MARKS
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TWO MEISSEN WHITE QUATREFOIL DOLPHIN-FOOTED TUREENS AND COVERS
Circa 1740, faint blue crossed swords marks
Of 'Swan Service' type, each moulded as a shell and with swans and other water birds among bulrushes, the cover finial and side handles modelled as bulrushes
14in. (36.2cm.) wide, overall (2)
Circa 1740, faint blue crossed swords marks
Of 'Swan Service' type, each moulded as a shell and with swans and other water birds among bulrushes, the cover finial and side handles modelled as bulrushes
14in. (36.2cm.) wide, overall (2)