Lot Essay
Cf. Robery Cluett, George Jones Ceramics 1861-1951 (1998), p. 59, figure 96, for a tea service of this shape.
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Details
A George Jones majolica cobalt-blue-ground teapot and cover
with flower finial, the handle modelled as a clinging monkey, with a split-bamboo moulded spout issuing leaves and blossoms, impressed A8, registration lozenge for 1875 (light crazing to the glaze) -- 19cm. high
See illustration
with flower finial, the handle modelled as a clinging monkey, with a split-bamboo moulded spout issuing leaves and blossoms, impressed A8, registration lozenge for 1875 (light crazing to the glaze) -- 19cm. high
See illustration
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.