Lot 125
Early 19th century, bottle shaped, the handle and spout in the form of a coiled dragon, the body decorated with reserves of stylised flowers and mon.
Height 27cm
Estimate $1,500 - $1,800
In good condition with no visible signs of repair, surface dirt, dust and staining to neck of dragon consistent with age.
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The Estate of Sue Hewitt, Sydney (1941-2024)
An almost identical ewer is in the collection of Cornell University, (George and Mary Rockwell Fund) and is dated 1819.
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8782
12:00pm - 3 June 2025
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Fri 30 May - Sun 1 June, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen St, Woollahra, NSW
CONTACT
Madeleine MacKenzie
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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