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    18th-Century Bear Fountain Sparks Bidding War

    Originating in the folk art traditions of Nottingham, a bear-shaped fountain acquired its letters of nobility as a precious fountain. England, Nottingham, 18th century, mounting: Germany or France, c 1745. Bear-baiting table fountain, stoneware reservoir with brown salt glaze in the shape of a bear in fighting posture, head forming a removable…