Lot Essay
This peculiar object was probably used as an inkwell with featherholders annex candlestickholder.
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CIRCA 1750
Details
A Whieldon-type tortoiseshell glazed earthenware figural bowl and cover
Circa 1750
The circular bowl supported by three horses tied to a tubular opening, further applied with flowerheads, on shield-shaped plinth, the cover en suite and applied with a large smiling cat surrounded by tubular openings and a nozzle
24.5 cm. high
See illustration
Circa 1750
The circular bowl supported by three horses tied to a tubular opening, further applied with flowerheads, on shield-shaped plinth, the cover en suite and applied with a large smiling cat surrounded by tubular openings and a nozzle
24.5 cm. high
See illustration
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Sale room notice
Please note that the description should read: A Turkish Channakale box and cover, 19th century.