Decorative Arts Auction

December 06, 2017

LOT 196

Lot 196

Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tankard and a European Subject Saucer Dish, 18th century

Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tankard and a European Subject Saucer Dish, 18th century
Lot 196 Details
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tankard and a European Subject Saucer Dish, 18th century

the tankard of baluster shape, painted in coloured enamels and gilt with the arms of Armstrong, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, the dish with a central harbour scene in the Meissen manner, after Herold
chips
height 6.1 in — 15.5 cm, diameter 9.7 in — 24.7 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Literature:

A similar tankard is illustrated by Howard, David Sanctuary, in Chinese Armorial Porcelain, volume I, page 532, no. Q1

CONDITION DETAILS

Two repaired chips at the rim of the tankard issue hairline cracks (largest approx, 7cm); the saucer dish has some minor stacking wear, but is otherwise in substantially good condition

LOT 196
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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