Large Vintage Italian Capodimonte Style Porcelain Covered Serving Dish

Description

A large and magnificent vintage Italian Renaissance lidded Capodimonte style porcelain serving vessel (makes for a wonderful soup tureen or … more A large and magnificent vintage Italian Renaissance lidded Capodimonte style porcelain serving vessel (makes for a wonderful soup tureen or visually striking table centerpiece).

The exceptionally executed scalloped shaped handled covered dish serveware features elaborate decoration of numerous figures in relief including cherubs and sheep pictured in wheat fields and grape vines, having a handled cover over footed deep dish basin flanked by a pair of mythical ram horn satyr mask open handles. Marks/signed IYR to the verso, likely the artisans initials, and the number 73.

Dimensions: (approx)
19.5” Wide, 12.5" High, 9.5” Deep

Great original antique / vintage condition. Typical wear consistent with age and use, including minor nicks/losses to the end of the handle. Overall in great shape, presents splendidly, delivered ready for immediate use less