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Decorative Arts & Design Part II

March 25 — 30, 2023
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LOT 638

Lot 638

Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880

Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880
Lot 638 Details
Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880

comprising twelve pieces: 8 plates, 2 low comports, 2 pedestal-footed comports
minor crack
plates diameter 9.5 in — 24.2 cm
impressed and moulded marks, painted pattern numbers G1859 (plates) and G2617 or G1859 (comports), printed marks in puce including retailers’ marks for T. Goode & Co., London

Estimate $2,500-$3,500

Realised: $19,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880
  • Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880
  • Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880
  • Minton Turqoise Ground Dessert Service, attributed to Désiré Leroy, c.1880
Note:

A similar pink ground service was sold in these rooms December 9th, 2014, lot 139
https://www.waddingtons.ca/auction/decorative-arts-auction-dec-09-2014/gallery/lot/139/
Though none of the present plates are signed, one of two plates from this service remaining in the owners' collection is signed Leroy

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor crack at the base of one footed comport; some crazing on one plate and the bases of both footed comports; otherwise in good condition; the comports are not decorated with white enamel

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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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