Lot 5
Model number Q2230
The body with a pair of upturned handles on a spreading circular foot, pierced and incised overall with geometric and foliate motifs, the conforming lid, surmounted with a seated gargoyle with its head raised and long tail curled to one side, the dragon glazed green and brown against a cream ground, incised signature 'Marguerite Mahood' to edge of base, titled 'GARGOYLE' and numbered 'Q2230' underside
31.5cm high, 16.5cm wide, 11cm deep
Estimate $6,000 - $9,000
Overall condition and appearance good
Crazing visible to glaze overall
Very minor losses to one spike on its back
Pre-firing cracks to the lid visible
Possibly a minor repair to the gargoyle's head (UV light showing difference in colour and small hairline)
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
The collection of the artist
Thence by descent within the artist's family
Decorative Arts
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8805
4:00pm - 30 March 2026
Hawthorn
VIEWING
Fri 27 - Sun 29 March, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn, VIC
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au
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