Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28th February 2017
Lot 222
A rare pair of Minton bone china candle snuffers c.1845
Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £300
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Description
A rare pair of Minton bone china candle snuffers c.1845, modelled as a young couple wearing colourful elaborate costumes, the gentleman doffing his hat, mounted on a chequered tray, some restoration, the tray 14.5cm across. (3)
Cf. Tony Horsley, Distinguished Extinguishers, p.96.
Provenance: from the Brian Adams collection.