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Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

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LOT 223

Lot 223

Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770

Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770
Lot 223 Details
Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770

of oval shape, moulded with scrolls and flutes on a square baluster stem and fluted oval foot, painted in blue with a floral panel on each side and a scalloped border at the rim, the interior and base with flower sprigs and a line border
height 1.9" — 4.9 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770
  • Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770
  • Lowestoft Eyebath, c.1770
Provenance:

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

Literature:

Sheenah Smith, Lowestoft Porcelain in the Norwich Castle Museum, p.12 (plates), fig. 181

CONDITION DETAILS

Some slightly discoloured/creamy pitting on the interior (firing); otherwise in good condition [Sheenah Smith, Lowestoft Porcelain in the Norwich Castle Museum, plates p.12, fig. 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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