Circa 1868
Each in two pieces, modelled as a nautilus shell supported by two entwined dolphins, raised on a brown glazed shaped oval fluted base, impressed factory mark and date code UVW for 1868, 42cm high
Estimate: | £250 - £350 |
Hammer price: | £280 |
Condition Report;
On one comport the shell has been soldered onto the support with some losses to the pottery around the solder in the middle of the shell interior. The shell slots into the support with a cork.There is a large chip to the rim of the shell, approx. 3cm by 1cm and a smaller rim chip. There is a minor chip to the underside of the shell. Support and base in good condition.
The shell on the other comport has some discolouration to the interior. There is a haircrack to the rim, approx. 6cm length which is only visible on the interior. There is a small chip to the underside of the shell. Support and base in good condition