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19th Century Italian Majolica Centrepiece Urn with Mythological Scenes
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A fabulous figural boat shaped centrepiece/urn raised on a double dolphin base, with different painted mythological scenes throughout. The front and back of this urn are painted with individual scenes, and each end is shaped as the head of a god. The whole rests on a base of dolphin heads and sea shells, with speckled, green serpents circling the top rim.
Italian, circa 1870.
This type of pottery was first produced during the Italian Renaissance and the form is also know as a grotesque. A wonderfully fanciful piece for the table, the garden, or as a jardiniere for flowers or plants.
Some minor cracks and restoration but structurally sound.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Renaissance (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1870
- Condition:Repaired: Some filler was added to minor losses at some time in the past. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Toronto, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8854235179822
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