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a boldly-scaled continental polychromed faience baluster-form covered ginger jar
3175
circa 1780

the domed lid with finial knob resting on a bulbous body tapering to the base with a flared foot; painted overall with blue and rouge-de-fer floral clusters within diaper perimeter bands; The historic production of Faenza majolica is recognized worldwide as one of the highest moments of artistic creativity expressed through pottery.

Height: 
19"
Diameter: 
10"
$3,200
Available
 large-scaled and deeply-carved continental baroque style ivory painted and parcel-gilt rectangular mirror
2584
circa 1850

the original rectangular plate surrounded by a deeply, well-carved frame of robust cascading laurel leaves; the crest and lower rail with lively foliage, stylized flowers and grapes; antiquing to plate; patination to later paint and gilding.

Height: 
76 1/2"
Width: 
42 1/4"
Depth: 
4 1/2"
$16,800
Available
a well-rendered set of 4 european hand-colored pineapple engravings
1922
3 of 18th century, 1 of 19th century

each meticulously detailed engraving depicting various pineapple species; minor discoloration; with later acid-free mattes and giltwood frames.

Height: 
21"
Width: 
16 3/4"
Available
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