Decorative Arts Online Auction

February 26, 2015

LOT 83

Lot 83

Pair of Derby Yellow Ground Plates, c.1795-1800

Pair of Derby Yellow Ground Plates, c.1795-1800
Lot 83 Details
Pair of Derby Yellow Ground Plates, c.1795-1800

painted by William Cooper on the centres with colourful bouquets of flowers, the fluted rims banded in yellow between gilt borders
diameter 9.4" — 24 cm.
painted crowned crossed batons, dots and D marks, pattern numbers 134 and painter’s numeral 3 in puce

Estimate $350-$500

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Labels with L.B. Knouff Collection (no.47); Stoner & Evans, London; The Edward James Collection, Christie’s 1986; Jonny’s Antiques, Shakespeare; and others

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor scratches to painting and some stacking wear to yellow ridges and gilding (one plate in better condition than the other)

LOT 83
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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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