A pair of porcelain hunting trophies

each as a group of game mounted against a gold velvet ground, under a convex glazed dome and oval gilt frame

Good condition. The trophies appear to be unblemished with the exception of a couple of minor chips to the beaks. The frames are good, one has separation and a small chip to the outer edge. Both frames have surface dirt and minor wear throughout.
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LITERATURE
Chatsworth Inventory, 1859, p. 50 in the Wardrobe and Dressing Room.
Chatsworth Inventory, 1892, p. 115 in the Centre Bedroom '2 painted china medallions in oval gilt frames, glazed dead game'