ENGLISH DELFTWARE BLUE AND WHITE POSSET POT CIRCA 1720-30

Probably Bristol, painted around the exterior with buildings and ships. Together with two English delftware blue and white plates, each painted in the center with a flower spray. 3 pieces.

The plates: Gingsburg & Levy Inc., New York.

The posset pot: is lacking its cover. There are typical chippings and glaze losses along the edges. The majority of the rim edge is restored, covering short haircracks and an approximate 3 by 1 inch broken section. Otherwise in good condition, Plates: In good condition apart from minor, occasional chipping or glaze loss along the edges.
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