Decorative Arts Auction

June 20, 2016

LOT 319

Lot 319

Six Worcester Blue Scale Ground Trios, c.1770

Six Worcester Blue Scale Ground Trios, c.1770
Lot 319 Details
Six Worcester Blue Scale Ground Trios, c.1770

painted with panels of Kakiemon style flowers, foliage and insects within gilt borders
minor chips
saucer diameter 5.2" — 13.1 cm.
painted square fret marks in underlaze blue

Estimate $600-$800

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

Lot Report

Provenance:

Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Macdonald Collection, Edmonton

CONDITION DETAILS

Two saucers with circular abrasions surrounding the square fret marks; a few minor chips mainly to foot rims and a firing flaw with associated glaze chip to handle of one coffee cup

LOT 319
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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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