British and Continental Ceramics & Glass - 30th April 2024

Lot 396

Two Capodimonte figures of swans, c.1748-55, modelled by Giuseppe Gricci, each preening its right

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £1386

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Description

Two Capodimonte figures of swans, c.1748-55, modelled by Giuseppe Gricci, each preening its right wing with its beak, raised on rocky bases, enamel detailing to the faces, feet and bases, impressed fleur de lys mark to one, 7.8cm. (2)

Cf. A. Caròla-Perrotti, Le Porcellane dei Borbone di Napoli, no. 179, col. pl. XLVI for a similar example.