A pair of exceptional dated Dutch Delft faience figures of leaping horses

A pair of exceptional dated Dutch Delft faience figures of leaping horses A pair of opposing models of horses clearing a hurdle, mounted on square plinths. The horses are saddled and elaborately caparisoned. The upper surface of each plinth is painted as a meadow with delicate plants and frogs; the sides are encircled by bands of solid colour, one decorated with chinoiserie scrolling foliage on an iron-red ground. The date ‘ANNO 1756’ is engraved on the top beam of the obstacle. Unmarked. One ear tip missing; both crowns reattached (one loose); the tails have been restored. Height 21.2 and 18.6 cm. Delft, 1756.

Estimate:£12,495.97

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