Lot 109 , A Mintons pate-sur-pate earthenware flask and cover, by Lawrence Birks

A Mintons pate-sur-pate earthenware flask and cover, by Lawrence Birks decorated with cherubs fishing on lily pads, the reserve monogrammed 'LB', the reverse, with fishing trophies, on a gilt decorated green ground, impressed factory marks, 35cm high
Estimate £400-600

Ex Geoffrey Godden Collection.
The Minton flask and cover has occasional wear to the gilding such as around the neck and around the main reserve. There is some occasional fine crazing to the glaze on both of the reserves and in tiny areas on the dark green ground. Otherwise it is in good condition with no restoration, chips or cracks. The moon flask and stand are two separate pieces joined by a thread nut and bolt, visible underneath.



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Sold for £2,800