$4,305
Liverpool Transfer-decorated Creamware Jug, England, late 18th century, depicting the ship Thomas on one side, and Masonic imagery on the other, the front inscribed "HENRY HUTCHINSON/SAIL MAKER/BOSTON" within a wreath above an image of Hope, spreadwing eagle on the back, the rim with grapevine decoration and traces of gilding, (staining, hairline cracks), ht. 11 5/8 in. Note: The may 1802 Boston newspaper Massachusetts Mercury includes advertisements for Henry Hutchinson's sail-making business. Estimate $1,000-1,500 staining throughout much of the body and along several hairline cracks and several small spidering cracks; remnants of gilt to the rim and underside of spout and at handle terminals. minor wear to decoration. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-03-02
