The Orkin Collection

September 2530, 2021
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LOT 674

Lot 674

Flight and Barr Worcester Blue and Gilt Decorated Fluted Tea Service, c.1790-1800

Flight and Barr Worcester Blue and Gilt Decorated Fluted Tea Service, c.1790-1800
Lot 674 Details
Flight and Barr Worcester Blue and Gilt Decorated Fluted Tea Service, c.1790-1800

comprising fifty-four pieces: 13 tea cups and saucers, 11 tea bowls and saucers, teapot, cream jug, covered sugar basin, slop bowl, and 2 circular dishes
tiny chips
teapot height 6.4 in — 16.2 cm
incised B and painted crescent marks in underglaze blue

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Estate of Lois Orkin, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

A few tea bowls and cups with tiny chips to the base rims (not significant); some wear to gilding; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 674
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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.)

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