Spectacular Dutch Delft Vase of Large Proportions, circa 1680
RH409
The paintwork is extremely elaborate and well detailed, in particular: The figure's attire, the fringes of the parasol, the horsetail, the abstractly rendered landscape vanishing into clouds, the flame like border decoration and scale make this one of the best examples we have ever had. It was converted into a wine container in the 18th Century and we purposely left the lead tap connector as it is part of its history.
Period
Late 17th Century
Materials
Pottery
Condition
Very good, an unrestored hairline crack where the tap was fitted