The Estates of James Bisback & Jonny Kalisch

November 09, 2015

LOT 41

Lot 41

William Greatbatch Creamware Tea Caddy and Cover, c.1770

William Greatbatch Creamware Tea Caddy and Cover, c.1770
Lot 41 Details
William Greatbatch Creamware Tea Caddy and Cover, c.1770

moulded on either side with an arrangement of fruit and grape clusters, above a lattice and basketweave border
minor hair crack
height 5.3" — 13.5 cm.
oz.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,440
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Tea, Trade and Tea Canisters, Stockspring Antiques, London, 2002 (No.186)

Literature:

A similar tea caddy is illustrated by David Barker, William Greatbatch, A Staffordshire Potter, page 243

CONDITION DETAILS

Very minor hairline crack at rim of cover

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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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