- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
September Uncurated: Art, Furnishings, and Estate Discoveries
Lot 61:
Sold for: $300
Description
This large earthenware centerpiece compote is executed in the Rococo Revival style and is attributed to the Oederan, Bohemia factory of Wilhelm Schiller and Son. The vessel is modeled as a nautilus shell with a molded basketweave exterior and ornate scrollwork borders. One end of the vessel features a high-relief bearded sea-god mask, while the other is adorned with a figure of a winged nereid or sea nymph. The shell is supported by a pedestal in the form of a large, scaly dolphin-like fish with flared fins and tail, which stands upon a square, stepped plinth base. The decoration consists of hand-painted polychrome glazes in a palette of pastel pink, pale yellow, and light blue, highlighted with hand-applied gilding throughout. The underside of the base bears an impressed four-lobed flower or rosette mark, the impressed numerals 1120, and the impressed letter P. A small, indistinct blue underglaze mark is also present near the foot. 23″ H x 13″ W x 7″ D. Location: 6E
Condition report:
The centerpiece exhibits overall fine crazing consistent with age and earthenware material. There is visible wear to the hand-applied gilded highlights on the rims and high-relief decorative elements. A small chip is noted on the upper rim of the nautilus shell. A significant chip and an area of old repair are present on one corner of the base plinth. Minor firing flaws, including small dark specks and glaze pops, are present throughout the piece.
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