Lot 284 , A rare English saltglaze stoneware Patent Chronometer flask, c.1835-40, 17.5cm
A rare English saltglaze stoneware 'Patent Chronometer' flask, c.1835-40, stamped T.Brazier, Spring Place, Luton to each side, the front with a clock dial, 17.5cm
Estimate £600-800
Typical minor glaze imperfections, the bottle is made in two halves and the seam on both sides has slight minor firing cracks along it, the left side with slight glaze losses to the edge, there is also various firing faults to the underside of the foot, please see additional photographs, otherwise good condition.
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Sold for £600