J M Blashfield Dolphin Centrepiece Urn ( sold )
A stunning and very rare, mid 19th century terracotta centrepiece urn by J M Blashfield. The finely cast flared bowl, bordered by simple leaf decoration, supported by four dolphins and standing on a square base, in very good condition and in my humble opinion the most elegant of urns.
This design is attributed to Charles Heathcote Tatham, originally for a wine cooler to be made in silver, the design is circa 1800 and in the neoclassical taste. ( please find images of Blashfields design and the last image is the original design by Tatham )
English mid 19th century by J M Blashfield model number 358 - Vase
The only other example known, sold by Sotheby's 22nd May Garden Sale 2007 lot 113
This design is attributed to Charles Heathcote Tatham, originally for a wine cooler to be made in silver, the design is circa 1800 and in the neoclassical taste. ( please find images of Blashfields design and the last image is the original design by Tatham )
English mid 19th century by J M Blashfield model number 358 - Vase
The only other example known, sold by Sotheby's 22nd May Garden Sale 2007 lot 113
H 24" x W 18" x D 18"
Sold
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