Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 183

Lot 183

Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755

Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755
Lot 183 Details
Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755

of silver shape, moulded with scroll cartouches, shells, birds, flowers and leaves, painted in blue with Chinese figures fishing on rocky islands with trees and pagodas
length 9.2" — 23.3 cm.
painted workman’s mark in underglaze blue (at base of handle)

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,230
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755
  • Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755
  • Worcester ‘Fisherman on a Towering Rock’ Sauce Boat, c.1755
Provenance:

Winifred Williams, Eastbourne, 1960
Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor firing crack at the tip of the spout and another at the base edge below the handle are not significant; otherwise in good condition

LOT 183
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  • 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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