Lot 683
  • 683

A pair of Italian carved and painted blackamoors in 18th century style, circa 1870

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Fruitwood
  • 216cm. high, 70cm. wide; 7ft. 1in., 2ft. 3½in.
each holding a tazza, on a carved plinth base

Condition

In good condition. Marks and scratches consistent with age and use; some scuffing to plinths. Minor losses to painted decoration; the vases with visible construction cracks.
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