Lot 309
  • 309

A Meissen oval sugar box and cover circa 1735

Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue. gilt numeral 23 to each
  • 13.25cm., 5¼in. across
painted with Kauffahrtei scenes of merchants in an estuary setting

Condition

very good condition
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