Attributed to Johannes Pennis De Porseleine Schotel, mid-18th century, decorated on the front with a spread-wing eagle above a knight's helmet surmounting a double shield coat-of-arms, flanked by arched horn handles terminating in elfin masks, a courting couple decorate the reverse, recessed footed base.

11 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.

Private Collection of European Ceramics and Dutch Delftware, South Carolina

Dutch armorial pottery was sold with recurring emblems generally not designated to specific families.

Restoration to one handle; flakes to mask noses; crazing; chip to throat.

$500 - 1,000