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IMPORTANT MID 18TH CENTURY CIRCULAR FAIENCE BASIN OR SHOW PIECE

Offered by: Julia Boston Antiques

Description
IMPORTANT MID 18TH CENTURY CIRCULAR FAIENCE BASIN OR SHOW PIECE
Large circular dish in monochrome blue and white. In the centre a scene depicting a body of water with a ship in the middle and further boats in the distance. On the left bank is a castle with a flag flying above the turret. On the right bank are ruins of a building. In the center foreground where the two banks meet are two seated figures painted in the Chinese style. Trees surround the whole scene. The border of the basin is painted with scrolls, flowers and leaves.
The whole raised on a pied-douche with hand painted decoration. Nevers, France c. 1760.
This piece is unusual in its scale and it is possible that it was made as a showpiece as a commission.
HEIGHT: 15 cm (6")
DIAMETER: 56 cm (22")

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	4060
Incollect Reference #:	769389

Dimensions

H.	5.91 in;	Diam.	22.05 in;
H.	15 cm;	Diam.	56 cm;

Message from Seller:

Julia Boston Antiques, established over 30 years ago in London, specializes in fine European antiques and decoration, with a particular focus on 18th and 19th century French furniture. Located on King's Road, it has become a destination for interior designers, architects, and collectors from around the world. For more information, contact 4402076106783 or email info@juliaboston.com.