Spectacular wavy-edged tazza or comport centre piece, with raised work of a gorilla supporting the bowl and another holding onto the edge; the bowl and central stem encrusted with flowers.
Mark: Impressed SALOPIAN mark
Height: 370mm / 14.5in
Date: c.1880–1900
This piece was sold at an auction in the USA on 18 May 2004, and is believed to be in the USA