Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 190

Lot 190

Rare Worcester ‘Transparent Rock’ Butter Boat, c.1758

Rare Worcester ‘Transparent Rock’ Butter Boat, c.1758
Lot 190 Details
Rare Worcester ‘Transparent Rock’ Butter Boat, c.1758

leaf shaped with angular stalk handle on three moulded trefoil feet, painted in blue with a treed rocky landscape, the rim with a lattice panel and trailing flower spray
tiny glaze chip
length 3.3" — 8.5 cm.
workman’s mark in underglaze blue

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Literature:

Branyan, French and Sandon, Worcester Blue and White Porcelain, 1751-1790, p. 190

CONDITION DETAILS

Miniscule glaze chip at inner edge of rim; otherwise in good condition

LOT 190
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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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