Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2009

LOT 184

Lot 184

Chamberlain’s Worcester ‘Fine Old Japan’ Plate from The Horatia Service for Lord Nelson, c.1802

Chamberlain’s Worcester ‘Fine Old Japan’ Plate from The Horatia Service for Lord Nelson, c.1802
Lot 184 Details
Chamberlain’s Worcester ‘Fine Old Japan’ Plate from The Horatia Service for Lord Nelson, c.1802

with San Josef crest and motto ‘FAITH AND WORKS’
diameter 7.2" — 18.4 cm.
pattern number 240

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $22,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

From the breakfast service of one hundred and forty-eight pieces ordered by Nelson on his visit to the Chamberlain’s works at Worcester, August 27th, 1802. Dinner and dessert services commissioned at the same time were not produced.

CONDITION DETAILS

In excellent condition

LOT 184
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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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