18th Century French Mennecy Porcelain Miniature Bird Tureen and Cover. 

Naturalistically-modelled in the form of a quail, the cover moulded as her chick. 

Unmarked. 

Circa 1745. 

4 3/4" L., 3 1/2" H., 3 1/4" D. 

Cover restored. 

Provenance:

Klaber & Klaber Antiques, 2000. 

Robin Henry Ceramic Collection, New York.

Collection #179. 

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