A majolica sweetmeat modelled as a bear probably English, the beast seated cross legged by a basket on an oval mound base, enriched in coloured glazes, late 19th century (some flaking) -- 18cm. high | Christie's

Sale 7383

19th Century British and Continental Ceramics

London, South Kensington

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24 October 1996

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Lot 90

A majolica sweetmeat modelled as a bear probably English, the beast seated cross legged by a basket on an oval mound base, enriched in coloured glazes, late 19th century (some flaking) -- 18cm. high

Price realised

GBP 518

Estimate

GBP 150 - GBP 180

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A majolica sweetmeat modelled as a bear probably English, the beast seated cross legged by a basket on an oval mound base, enriched in coloured glazes, late 19th century (some flaking) -- 18cm. high
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