PHILADELPHIA, PA.- Late Wednesday evening, Freeman’s received a call for a special private viewing from a Parisian who had flown over to see Italian maiolica istoriata dish, measuring only 10 1/8th inch in diameter. The next day, the small, but beautiful plate was sought after by in-room bidders and nearly ten phone lines, eventually selling at $157,000, far exceeding the conservative high estimate. The plate was sourced by a Freeman’s specialist in Charlottesville, Virginia, who worked with a private client who came to own the piece through family legacy. The plate was originally purchased by his grandfather, years ago, while travelling through Italy. Rob Waterhouse, Head of the English & Continental Department, was delighted with the entire Fine English & Contemporary Furniture, Silver, and Decorative Arts – including Oriental Rugs auction, commenting, “Once again, Freeman’s has established itself as a leader in the