Lot 182
  • 182

A rare Worcester capstan-shaped inkwell and inkpot, circa 1768

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • blue fretted square mark
  • Porcelain
  • 9cm., 3½in. high
the shoulders pierced with five holes, the sides painted with gilt-framed panels of flowers against a blue scale ground ( some small chips to inner flange) 

Condition

Three chips and one nick to inner flange, the largest approx. ¾in. by ¼in. Otherwise in very good condition
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