Lot 16: A Collection of Blue and White Transfer-Printed Ceramics Including a Millennium 2000 Commemorative Mug and Willow Pattern Plates
A collection of blue and white transfer-printed ceramics comprising a commemorative mug and multiple plates. The mug is of a tapered form with a scroll handle and features blue transfer-printed architectural scenes depicting London landmarks. It is finished with a gilded rim and a vertical gilded panel inscribed 2000 Millennium. The plates are circular with scalloped edges and are decorated in the traditional Willow pattern, showing the classic motifs of a bridge with three figures, a pagoda, a willow tree, and birds in flight. The decoration is executed in blue transfer-print on a white ground. No manufacturer marks are visible as the plates are stacked and no marks are apparent on the mug.
Condition report:
The items appear to be in good overall condition. There is visible surface crazing to the glaze on the top plate. The mug shows minor wear to the gilded decoration, particularly on the rim. Several auction lot and price stickers are adhered to the surfaces. No significant chips or cracks are visible in the provided image.
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