A pair of ceramic Delft Tobacco Jars, Potterie Oud Delft in Nijmegen, 1923-1935
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LOT 18
A pair of ceramic Delft Tobacco Jars, Potterie Oud Delft in Nijmegen, 1923-1935
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 6 000 - 8 000
Selling Price
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ZAR 10 211
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About this Item
A pair of ceramic Delft Tobacco Jars, Potterie Oud Delft in Nijmegen, 1923-1935
each height: 20cm; diameter: 13cm
Notes
A pair of Delft blue and white tobacco jars, decorated with figural smoking scenes beside tobacco barrels. One inscribed “VIOLET”, showing a single smoker; the other “SUMATRA”, with two figures smoking. The inscriptions refer to popular tobacco blends or trading origins. Both have domed lids with stylised floral decoration. Signature of maker on base.
Provenance
Private Collection.
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