Duck and Fish Decoys, Folk Art, Art Glass, Decorative Arts and Furniture
Lot 26:
Description
A pair of porcelain footed bowls titled The Game Bird Bowl, produced by Franklin Porcelain in 1981. Each bowl features a detailed, wrap-around illustration of game birds in a naturalistic landscape of tall grasses and wildflowers. The scenes specifically depict male and female black grouse, with the males identifiable by their lyre-shaped tail feathers and red combs. The rims and foot rings are decorated with a thin band of gold gilding. The base of each bowl is marked with a green backstamp containing the Franklin Porcelain logo, the title of the work, a facsimile signature of wildlife artist Basil Ede, and the 1981 copyright date.
Diameter: 9 inches
Height: 4.75 inches.
Condition report:
These items appear to be in excellent condition. There are no visible chips, cracks, or signs of professional repair. The gold gilding on the rims and bases is bright and intact with no significant signs of wear or rubbing. The porcelain body is bright and the transfer decorations are crisp and well-preserved.
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