DELFT An ovoid earthenware tobacco pot decorated in blue monochrome on one side with a rocaille cartouche topped by a vase of flowers and the central inscription "St Domingo", and a copper lid. 18th century Provenance: - J. Anthonissen, Antwerp. A pair with the same decoration, inscribed "Portorico" and "Maryland", with a false three-bell mark on the reverse. Copper lids. Minor wear to the shoulder. Late 19th century (The 18th c. pot has been glued back together.) Height 28 and 25 cm

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