Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 161

Lot 161

Chamberlain’s Worcester Covered Inkwell, c.1825

Chamberlain’s Worcester Covered Inkwell, c.1825
Lot 161 Details
Chamberlain’s Worcester Covered Inkwell, c.1825

of urn form with three gilt dolphin supports above a triform base, painted on both sides with a colourful exotic bird in a landscape reserved on a green ground
minor chip
height 4.3" — 11 cm.
printed wreath and crown mark in black

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Chamberlain’s Worcester Covered Inkwell, c.1825
  • Chamberlain’s Worcester Covered Inkwell, c.1825
Provenance:

Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

Small chip under edge of rim; minor hair crack on the cover; some wear to gilding at rim left of panel; 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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