Lot 216
  • 216

A Continental majolica asparagus dish, probably French, 20th century

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

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modelled as a bunch of asparagus spears set in a leaf-moulded two-handled dish, 38cm., 15in. long; together with a group of fourteen French majolica asparagus plates (15)

Condition

All in generally good condition except: One dish has a small slice chip to the rim edge. The artichoke tureen and cover: The bird knob has been off and the tip of bird's beak is chipped.
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