Portuguese Cunha Palissy Majolica Anthropomorphic Lizard Monk Jug

Object Description

Jose A Cunha Portuguese Palissy Majolica jug/pitcher which features a lizard dressed as a monk, prayer hands and singing. The tail forms the handle. Colouration: brown, green, yellow, are predominant. The piece bears maker’s marks for the Jose A Cunha pottery.

Object Condition

Good. RESTORATION. Filled chip to arm. Stabilised and retouched hairline to the base.

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