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LOT 229

Lot 229

Garniture of Three Chamberlains Worcester Sir Isaac Brock (1769-1812) Armorial Vases and Covers, c.1813-20

Garniture of Three Chamberlains Worcester Sir Isaac Brock (1769-1812) Armorial Vases and Covers, c.1813-20
Lot 229 Details
Garniture of Three Chamberlains Worcester Sir Isaac Brock (1769-1812) Armorial Vases and Covers, c.1813-20

painted in colours and gilt with Brock armorials, crest and motto ‘CANADA’, the rims, fluted lower bodies, domed covers with pineapple finials and marbled square bases all bordered and detailed in gilt
two covers restored
largest height 11.6" — 29.5 cm.
painted marks in red script Chamberlains / Worcester / Manufacturers to / H.R.H. / The / Prince Regent

Estimate $20,000-$25,000

Realised: $20,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Elizabeth Brock (1767-1847), sister of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, married John Elisha Tupper (1764-1845)
Edith Bingham Tupper (1869-), their great grand-daughter, by descent
Captain Michael Mellish O.B.E. (-2007)
Martel Maides, Guernsey, December 6th, 2007, lot 36

Note:

Believed commissioned for the Brock family in memory of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock K.B., slain during The Battle of Queenstown Heights, Upper Canada, October 13th, 1812. Brock became known as "Saviour of Upper Canada"

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration to both smaller covers; some minor wear to gilding; otherwise substantially in good condition

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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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