8 Sep 2010
10:30 BST
London, New Bond Street
Fine British Pottery and Porcelain
Back to auction 17836
Fine British Pottery and Porcelain
Back to auction 17836
An unusual pair of English delftware dragon bowls, circa 1760
The deep saucer-dishes both boldly painted in blue with a sinuous dragon chasing a pearl among formal clouds, 23.3cm diam (minor wear to rims only) (2)
Estimate:
£1,200 - 1,500
US$ 1,800 - 2,300
€1,400 - 1,800
US$ 1,800 - 2,300
€1,400 - 1,800
Footnotes
- Copied directly from the Chinese, the Dragon pattern was popular in English porcelain at this time, but is surprisingly rare in delft.
Category: Decorative Arts / British Ceramics
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