Decorative Arts Auction

June 13, 2012

LOT 140

Lot 140

Cantagalli Maiolica Armorial Service, late 19th century

Cantagalli Maiolica Armorial Service, late 19th century
Lot 140 Details
Cantagalli Maiolica Armorial Service, late 19th century

comprising twenty-five pieces:
8 plates, diameter 9.6" — 24.5 cm.
8 soup plates, diameter 9.6" — 24.5 cm.
8 plates, diameter 8.7" — 22 cm.
oval platter, length 15.2" — 38.5 cm.

one or two minor chips
painted cockerel marks and numerals in blue and black

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

The arms and motto Vertuti Semper Fidelis are those of Count George Reusens (Belgium). Reusens married Baroness T’Sertclaes de Wommersom and they they had two children, August and Werner. Werner married Margot, great aunt of the present owner

CONDITION DETAILS

A few minor rim chips; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 140
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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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