Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 182

Lot 182

Pair of Worcester ‘Two-Handled Sauceboat Landscape’ Pattern Large Sauce Boats, c.1755-60

Pair of Worcester ‘Two-Handled Sauceboat Landscape’ Pattern Large Sauce Boats, c.1755-60
Lot 182 Details
Pair of Worcester ‘Two-Handled Sauceboat Landscape’ Pattern Large Sauce Boats, c.1755-60

of double-lipped oval form, the scroll handles with monkey’s head finials, painted in blue on the interiors with figures in boats and island pagodas, the exteriors each with four vignettes and moulded leaves, shells and scrollwork
minor chip
length 8.5" — 21.5 cm.
painted workmens’ marks in underglaze blue

Estimate $1,800-$2,400

Realised: $2,952
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Jas. A. Lewis & Son, Inc., New York, 1953
Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

Very small chip at one rim near handle; otherwise in good condition

LOT 182
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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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