Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 221

Lot 221

Lowestoft Bowl, c.1765

Lowestoft Bowl, c.1765
Lot 221 Details
Lowestoft Bowl, c.1765

painted in blue on the centre with a panel of a boating figure by an island dwelling, surrounded by flower sprays and insects between narrow borders, the exterior with two exotic birds and flowering foliage
minor chips
height 3.2" — 8.2 cm., diameter 8.7" — 22 cm.

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Lowestoft Bowl, c.1765
  • Lowestoft Bowl, c.1765
Provenance:

Mary Fox Linton, London, 1959
Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

Two very small chips at inner edge of rim; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 221
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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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