Decorative Arts Auction

December 01, 2010

LOT 170

Lot 170

Longton Hall Chinoiserie Bowl, c.1755

Longton Hall Chinoiserie Bowl, c.1755
Lot 170 Details
Longton Hall Chinoiserie Bowl, c.1755

diameter 4.5" — 11.5 cm.
tiny chips

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Alixe W. McCart Collection, No. 3
Mrs. D. MacCallum Collection, No. LH-12

CONDITION DETAILS

One or two tiny glaze chips (less than 1 mm) at rim are not significant; edge of rim is not glazed (possibly ground?); otherwise in good condition

LOT 170
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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