
Description
Vivid and sculptural group of four vintage majolica-style sea creature tureens, including a large crab, medium a smaller crab, and a lobster. Hand-painted in rich coral red with yellow and ivory accents, each piece features lifelike detailing and a high-gloss glaze typical of mid- to late-20th-century Italian and Spanish coastal ceramics. The set includes:
Large crab: 14" L × 12" W × 4.25" H
Medium crab: 10.5" H x 10" wide
Small crab: 7.5" L × 7.5" W × 3" H
Lobster: 15" L × 7" W × 3.25" H (two small chips on legs)
Beautiful displayed as a centerpiece or as part of a coastal or nautical collection.
Condition: Overall excellent vintage condition with minor wear and two small chips to the lobster's legs.
Origin: Likely Italy or Spain, c. 1970s–1990s
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall excellent vintage condition with minor wear and two small chips to the lobster's legs.
Dimensions:
Height: 3.25 in.
Width: 15 in.
Depth: 7 in.
Category: Soup Tureens
Origin: Spain
Materials: Ceramic
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $105.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Marietta, GA
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Large crab: 14" L × 12" W × 4.25" H
Medium crab: 10.5" H x 10" wide
Small crab: 7.5" L × 7.5" W × 3" H
Lobster: 15" L × 7" W × 3.25" H (two small chips on legs)
Beautiful displayed as a centerpiece or as part of a coastal or nautical collection.
Condition: Overall excellent vintage condition with minor wear and two small chips to the lobster's legs.
Origin: Likely Italy or Spain, c. 1970s–1990s
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall excellent vintage condition with minor wear and two small chips to the lobster's legs.
Dimensions:
Height: 3.25 in.
Width: 15 in.
Depth: 7 in.
Category: Soup Tureens
Origin: Spain
Materials: Ceramic
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Overall excellent vintage condition with minor wear and two small chips to the lobster’s legs.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Vintage Majolica-Style Sea Creature Tureens – Crab and Lobster Ceramic Sculptures - Set of
Estimate $320-$790
Starting Price
$320
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