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A Derby rococo figure of Neptune, circa 1780, with an incised…
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Melbourne
Date:
20-Mar-2016
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Description:
A Derby rococo figure of Neptune, circa 1780, with an incised mark, rarely seen on figures, and pattern number 299, the dramatically moulded figure of an animated Neptune upon a shell and flanked by a dolphin, raised upon a shell encrusted and rocaille base, richly decorated throughout in colours, with enamel jewels and gilding to Neptune's cloak, and gilt highlights to the shell and base; incised period and pattern marks underside. Height 20.5 cm
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Category:
Ceramics: Derby (but not Royal Crown Derby)