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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 162

Lot 162

Two Samuel Alcock & Co. after the Antique Greek Style English Porcelain Vases, 19th century

Two Samuel Alcock & Co. after the Antique Greek Style English Porcelain Vases, 19th century
Lot 162 Details
Two Samuel Alcock & Co. after the Antique Greek Style English Porcelain Vases, 19th century

each with black, red and white figural decoration, the larger depicting 'The Infant Bacchus Delivered into the Hands of Mercury to be Carried in to Euboea' and 'The Marriage of Bacchus and Ariadne in the Island of Naxos, the smaller with "Victors of Public Games Fulfilling their Vows in the Temple of Venus'
tallest height 11 in — 27.9 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Two Samuel Alcock & Co. after the Antique Greek Style English Porcelain Vases, 19th century
  • Two Samuel Alcock & Co. after the Antique Greek Style English Porcelain Vases, 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Larger with two small chips to foot (one under the foot and undetectable when upright), smaller with hairline crack to neck with minor restoration to rim.

LOT 162
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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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