Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28th February 2017
Lot 143
A pair of Italian maiolica albarelli late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £200
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Description
A pair of Italian maiolica albarelli late 18th/early 19th century, the waisted forms painted with flower garlands and titled 'CASS. R.ENT.' and 'UNG.DE.ALTH' respectively in manganese, a little chipping and restoration to the rims, 16.8cm. (2)
Ointment of Marshmallow (using the root of the mallow plant) was used on fresh wounds, boils and burns to draw unwanted matter to the surface.