Lot 390
  • 390

A Pair of enamelled covered goblets with saucers, China, probably canton, made for the Islamic market, circa 1800

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • enamel
each of typical form, the goblets with thin stem and splayed base, the covers with domed covers and bud finials, wholly enamelled in cobalt blue base and decorated throughout with gold-overlay floral and leaf motifs

Condition

in good condition. some rubbing to the gold-overlay, especially at the feet and bodies of the goblets and the saucers, as viewed.
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