Large Chelsea Porcelain Figure of Perseus and Andromeda, Circa 1758
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A rare and large Chelsea porcelain figure of Perseus unchaining Andromeda from the rock, English circa 1758/60. Provenance: Albert Amor Ltd London. Robert Burke collection no 174. Reference: The Cheyne Book of Chelsea plate 7 no.200 for a similar group. A version of this figure sold Albert Amor Ltd London 2018 Chelsea Porcelain A Private Collection Part 2 Figures no.52. A figure of the same model with colour variations sold Christies London 25/10/2011 Lot 494 (5000 pounds), 31 cm high, 21 cm wide
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