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The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
c.1820.
It measures 18.5cm (7 1/4") long, 10cm (4") wide and 14cm (51/2") high.
Condition is very good: there is a small shallow chip to the edge of the bird's ruff and another small chip to the flange under the cover to the side of the spoon slot that sits within the tureen. No restoration or repair. Minor handling wear, just the odd tiny enamel flake in a couple of places.
The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces
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Staffordshire Pearlware Pottery Dove / Pigeon Tureen C.1820
