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Candlestick

Made at: Bow Manufactory (England)
English (London)
about 1750

Medium/Technique Soft-paste porcelain with colored enamel decoration
Dimensions Overall: 12.5 x 11.4 x 11.4 cm (4 15/16 x 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Jessie and Sigmund Katz Collection
Accession Number1988.623
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramicsPorcelain

DescriptionThe shaft encircled by a red dragon stands on three paw feet with lion masks. Drip pan has an undulating edge and a scored underside. Surface decorated with Kakiemon-style flowers.
ProvenanceBy 1988, Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz; 1988, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz. (Accession date: November 30, 1988)