ELABORATE ANTIQUE FRENCH MAJOLICA LAVABO (512)
An elaborate antique French majolica wall mounting lavabo and cover, of bulbous semi-circular form the lid moulded with flowers and leaves, scrolling handle and scallop thumb piece, the body moulded with bullrushes and seahorses, the heads forming the handles above a bulbous base with wooden dispensing tap, 57cm high A lavabo is a device used to provide water or the washing of hands. Consists of an ewer or container to pour water and a bowl to catch water as it falls over the hands. Originally this would have had the addition of a matching water bowl attached to the wall beneath the lavabo but this is missing. On the rear of the lavabo is marked '99 Bis F' Good overall condition though has been repaired to the inside rear surface of the cistern so may not be watertight. However a lovely decorative item nonetheless. More photos available on request. Collection preferred but I can post at buyer's risk for £) Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit