Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2009

LOT 181

Lot 181

Flight Worcester Plate From The‘Hope’ Service, for William Henry, Duke of Clarence (later William IV),painted by John Pennington, c.1790

Flight Worcester Plate From The‘Hope’ Service, for William Henry, Duke of Clarence (later William IV),painted by John Pennington, c.1790
Lot 181 Details
Flight Worcester Plate From The‘Hope’ Service, for William Henry, Duke of Clarence (later William IV),painted by John Pennington, c.1790

repaired
diameter 9.7" — 24.7 cm.
crown, Flight and crescent mark in underglaze blue

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Christies, May 14th, 1979, lot 24; D. Sherratt & Co., Chester

CONDITION DETAILS

Multiple breaks and visible restoration in the cavetto and on the rim, though the centre is good and intact

LOT 181
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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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