Wedgwood and Bentley Black Basalt Vase and Cover

Description:

Wedgwood and Bentley Black Basalt Vase and Cover, England, c. 1775, laurel and berry border to cover, upturned scrolled handles, applied figure of Apollo holding a lyre in high relief, mounted on a square plinth, impressed circular mark, ht. 8 7/8 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Restored to vase rim and with a 1/2" hairline. Small chip to an edge of the plinth.


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