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SCEAUX An exceptional oval-shaped lidded vase decorated with medallions, one side depicting cherubs playing around a birdcage, with the bird in flight rendered in shades of purple. This scene stands out against a green background, whilst on the other side, naked Bacchus children eat grapes and play around a barrel. These medallions are surrounded by a garland of flowers and pink and blue rosettes. Green and gold band at the base. The lid’s openwork handle is formed from a large bouquet of pink flowers, tulips, grapes, cherries and ears of wheat in relief. Handles in the Greek style with a gold band and flowers in relief. (one handle reattached and fruit motifs on the lid repaired) 18th century Length: 30 cm Provenance: - Chapelle Auction, Versailles, 2 November 1980, lot 50 Bibliography: - *Faïences Françaises*, Giacometti, p. 239, fig. 52.
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Auction time 10/28/2026 at 2:00 PM
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