Lot 115: An Assortment of Decorative Ceramic and Metalwares
This collection includes a variety of decorative objects, notably a ceramic cachepot and a lidded shell-motif box. The cachepot is of lobed, three-sided form with a crackle-glazed surface, decorated with sepia-toned landscape and foliate motifs within cartouches, finished with a metal rim and three foliate-cast feet. The rectangular box features a lid inset with a natural history print of seashell specimens under glass, surrounded by a gilded frame. The assortment also comprises multiple blue and white transferware ceramic vessels, including a large floral jug and several bowls, as well as metalwares including a silver-toned candlestick and a brass-coloured bowl. Several items bear small adhesive auction lot stickers.
Condition report:
The objects show typical age-related wear. Prominent crazing is visible on the glaze of the cachepot. There is light wear to the gilded frame of the box and the metal components of the other items. General surface marks and minor shelf wear are present throughout the collection. No significant chips or cracks are visible on the primary ceramic pieces.
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