Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 165

Lot 165

Chamberlains Worcester Armorial Oval Platter, c.1816-20

Chamberlains Worcester Armorial Oval Platter, c.1816-20
Lot 165 Details
Chamberlains Worcester Armorial Oval Platter, c.1816-20

the centre with armorials and motto ‘NIL DESPERANDUM’ painted in colours and gilt, the apricot banded rim with foliate gilding, reserved white flowerheads with red centres
length 12.7" — 32.2 cm.
printed mark in black

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Budd Sugarman Collection

Literature:

The arms and crest are those of Hodges; several pieces from same service are illustrated by Geoffrey Godden, Chamberlain-Worcester Porcelain, 1788-1852, p.131, pl.157

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor wear to gilding; otherwise in substantially good condition

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  • 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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