English and European Ceramics and Glass - 13th September 2016

Lot 304

A French faïence ewer probably 18th century Rouen

Estimate £300 - £500

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Description

A French faïence ewer probably 18th century Rouen, of helmet shape, decorated in blue with a lambrequin design above a flared foot, the spout moulded with a mythical mask, the tall scrolling handle with a dense pattern of dots, a little glaze chipping, 30cm.

Cf. Victoria and Albert Museum, Accession No. 430-1870 for a similar Rouen example with differing handle.