Sold for $1,524

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

French Painted and Parcel Gilt Porcelain Bird Service

19th Century

comprising a platter and six plates; five of the plates and the platter with the birds identified on the reverse in either French or Italian, with some examples additionally signed 'Luisa Napoli' to the reverse.
Width of platter 21 inches.

Property from a Prominent Rhode Island Family

Condition Report

In overall good, stable condition. Gilt decoration is rubbed throughout, consistent with age. One plate with a chip at the rim, only visible from underside. The platter has instances of pitting throughout resulting from the firing process. Each with minor flake chips and shelf wear to foot rim. Additional images available upon request.

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