Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 204

Lot 204

Worcester ‘Willow Bridge Fisherman’ Bottle Vase, c.1760-75

Worcester ‘Willow Bridge Fisherman’ Bottle Vase, c.1760-75
Lot 204 Details
Worcester ‘Willow Bridge Fisherman’ Bottle Vase, c.1760-75

the pear shaped body with bulbous rim painted in blue with Chinese figures fishing and boating in river settings of treed rocky islands with buildings and a bridge
base flaw
height 9.8" — 24.8 cm.
painted crescent mark in underglaze blue

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $1,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Jas. A. Lewis & Son, Inc., New York, 1951
Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

Firing flaw at basal rim seems to be original, but presents in appearance as a filled chip (unglazed); otherwise in good condition

LOT 204
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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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