A Le Nove maiolica figural group representing the Virtues Late 18th-early 19th century
21
A Le Nove maiolica figural group representing the Virtues, late 18th-early 19th century
In terraglia glazed white earthenware, modelled with three female figures in classical dress grouped around a square pedestal, two tall columns behind supporting a section of ruined masonry, raised on a circular rocky base, 42cm high (some losses and restoration)
Estimate:
£2,000 - 3,000
€2,300 - 3,500
US$ 3,000 - 4,500

Footnotes

  • This pottery group, after a model by Bosello, is similar to a Le Nove porcelain model sold in these 9 December 2009, lot 37. For another version of the model see Rolfino, La Porcellana in Italia, fig. 29

Category: Decorative Arts / European Ceramics

Auction terms and conditions

Contacts

Nette Megens Bonhams
Work
101 New Bond Street
London, W1S 1SR
United Kingdom
Work +44 20 7468 8348
FaxFax: +44 20 7468 8252
Specialist - European Ceramics