Pair of Continental Capo di Monte-style Dishes

Description:

Pair of Continental Capo di Monte-style Dishes, probably Dresden, 19th century, each round with white ground, polychrome decoration, and gilt highlights, one depicting a scene of mermen and mermaids, the other maidens in an architectural landscape, each with blue "N" and crown mark to verso, dia. 11 5/8 in.
Estimate $400-600

Each with scattered gilt border design and rim wear; one with sizable chips to the back footrim.


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