Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 23rd February 2016

Lot 228

A Worcester ornithological saucer c.1758-60

Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £150

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Description

A Worcester ornithological saucer c.1758-60, printed in black with River Scene, with swans and other aquatic birds swimming on water beneath trees, a heron standing in the background, some wear to the black line rim, 12.3cm.

Cf. Simon Spero, 18th Century English Transfer-Printed Porcelain and Enamels, no.3.8 for a similar saucer dish and a discussion of the origins of the River Scene print.