Fine Pottery and Porcelain - 5th February 2025
Lot 1177
A rare Meissen porcelain quill knife, mid 18th century, modelled as a stem of asparagus, with gilt
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £819
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Description
A rare Meissen porcelain quill knife, mid 18th century, modelled as a stem of asparagus, with gilt metal mounts, with a small removable blade, contained in a contemporary fitted red leather case with gilt tooling, 11.3cm (with blade extended).