The Estates of James Bisback & Jonny Kalisch

November 09, 2015

LOT 119

Lot 119

Pair of Staffordshire Pearlware Pigeons on Nests, c.1820-40

Pair of Staffordshire Pearlware  Pigeons on Nests, c.1820-40
Lot 119 Details
Pair of Staffordshire Pearlware Pigeons on Nests, c.1820-40

painted in pink, on brown tufted grassy nests
some condition noted
length 6.8" — 17.2 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,230
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration at the tail of one pigeon; minor glaze chips; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 119
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.