An unusual 19th century Dutch Delft tobacco jar
Code: 10666
Dimensions:
W: 21.5cm (8.5")H: 38cm (15")Di: 13.5cm (5.3")
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An unusual 19th ceentury Dutch Delft
blue and white tobacco jar and metal cover
resembling a beehive. Decorated with a scene
of 2 native tobacco smokers each side of a
cartouche entitled "CAROTTE"
Underglaze mark for De Klaauw " The claw"
A carotte of tobacco resembles a carrot when traditionally
finished using a perique of tobacco,canvas & rope
Excellent condition
High incl cover 15"
Widest point 8 1/2"
Top diameter 5 1/4"
