$400
Slip-decorated Mustard or Marmalade Pot, England, late 18th/early 19th century, the body decorated with ochre slip and a dark brown slip-filled rouletted bands at the top, strap handle with foliate terminals, lid with ball knop, old note on bottom of pot reads: "MUSTARD POT/owned by S. Bailey's/grandmother Bailey/who died in 1793/aged 46," ht. 3 1/2 in. Estimate $250-350 Three 1/4 in. hairline cracks in rim, lid knop is repaired. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-02-26
