Decorative Arts Auction

June 15, 2015

LOT 131

Lot 131

Garniture of Three Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Grey Marbled Ground Vases, c.1804-13

Garniture of Three Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Grey Marbled Ground Vases, c.1804-13
Lot 131 Details
Garniture of Three Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Grey Marbled Ground Vases, c.1804-13

the larger urn-form vase with three reeded supports and triform base, each moulded and gilt with Bacchic masks and painted in colours with rustic figures
cover replaced, one repaired
height 8.9" — 22.5 cm.
impressed crown and BFB marks, painted crown and script marks in red

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Robert W. Macaulay Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Cover is a wood replacement; one smaller vase repaired; little wear to gilding; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 131
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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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