English and European Ceramics and Glass - 23rd May 2017
Lot 98
A large pair of Cantagalli maiolica vases late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate £80 - £120 | Hammer £420
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Description
A large pair of Cantagalli maiolica vases late 19th/early 20th century, of dumbbell albarello form, painted in grey and ochre with putti, dolphins and other mythical creatures amidst scrolling foliage, reserved on a blue ground and highlighted with a rich lustre, the elaborate handles formed as scrolling snakes issuing from fantastical masks, mounted in metal bases, painted cockerel marks, 38.5cm. (2)