L13302

/

Lot 44
  • 44

Three creamware plaques representing the Seasons, possibly Bovey Tracey, circa 1770-80

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Creamware
  • 15.2cm., 6in.high.
each moulded with the goddess Flora, Summer holding a bottle and glass, Autumn holding a rabbit and sickle, and Winter with a halberd and candle, each glazed in brown, green and ochre; also a similarly moulded wall pocket of Summer

Provenance

With D.M & P.Manheim, with paper labels.

Condition

The ochre coloured example: There are three hairline cracks in the body of the scroll work motif at the base. The example in the bottom left of the illustration: The scroll work motif at the bottom of the plaque has broken off and been re-stuck. The other two pieces are in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

For a set of Seasons wall pockets, see Adams and Thomas, A Potworks in Devonshire (1996), p.62