Lot 74 , A Worcester dolphin shell pickle stand, c.1770, height 16.5cm, old restoration

A Worcester dolphin shell pickle stand, c.1770, modelled as three scallop shells with small shells and dolphin handle to the centre, the interior of the dish is painted in blue with the sweetmeat stand rose pattern, unmarked, height 16.5cm, old restoration
Estimate £80-120

One of the shells has sprayed restoration and has subsequently been broken again with visible cracks and splinter losses around the area. The dolphin and other 2 shell sections are untouched and in good condition.


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Sold for £200