The Warner Collection of British Delftware - 17th September 2019

Lot 32

A rare delftware mug c.1740

Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £1800

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Description

A rare delftware mug c.1740, probably London, the cylindrical form slightly waisted and decorated in an allover chequered design of green squares and blue stylized floral motifs, the wide strap handle with blue stripes, cracked, 9cm.

Provenance: acquired from Christie's, 5th April 1965, lot 160 (part), formerly in the collection of Sir Gilbert Mellor.