Description:
Five Mocha-decorated Pepper Pots, England, early 19th century, cat's-eye, cable, and leaf decoration, ht. to 4 3/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
From left to right: 1. Ring below sifter has several chips, and there is a large chip on the base. 2. Two small chips on the underside of the ring below the sifter. 3. Rim below the sifter has restoration, there is a crack in the body. 4. Chips on the underside of the rim below the sifter. 5. Four small chips on the ring below the sifter, small chip on the base.
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.
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Pepper Pots, United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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