English and European Ceramics and Glass - 13th April 2010

Lot 219

A pair of Sèvres-style câche-pots

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £750

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Description

A pair of Sèvres-style câche-pots, each painted with a panel of Classical maidens with Cupid, the reverse with triumphal motifs beneath trees, within gilt garland borders on a bleu de roi ground, titled 'L'amour Captif' and 'Reveil dangereux', interlaced Ls marks, 19th century, 15cm. (2) Provenance: From the estate of Niel Rimington (1928-2009) of Fonthill Old Abbey Estate, Wiltshire.