An elegant C1770 cup and saucer decorated in the James Giles workshop. A vibrant bleu celeste ground highlighted with gilding. The cup has a fine intertwined loop handle  More »

An elegant C1770 cup and saucer decorated in the James Giles workshop. A vibrant bleu celeste ground highlighted with gilding. The cup has a fine intertwined loop handle finishing in delicate leaf terminals to the body. The colour, gilding quality and diminishing lines of gilded dots so characteristic of Giles work. See Gerald Coke, In Search of James Giles, pl. 51(a) for a two-handled cup and saucer with the same decoration. Gerald Coke also observes that of the 26 pieces Illustrated in Rissik Marshall with the meissen mark only one cannot be assigned to Giles, the factory pieces with this mark are found to be on some Marchioness of Huntley pieces and a service painted by the 'spotted fruit painter' both of which have a green ground. In fine condition, the cup with no wear and gilding perfect, saucer light wear to gilding to the centre. Both pieces have no chips, cracks or restoration. Typical Giles meisen style crossed swords with the number 9 between them. This mark would have been added at the Worcester factory before the blanks were delivered to Giles in London. Sold Wednesday 12th October 2011 For more photographs go to www.rosecroftantiques.co.uk   « Less

For sale is a very nice piece of Art Pottery made by Hampshire Pottery of Keene, NH. The item is called a "Tankard" or "Mug". The Tankard is done in the much sought after  More »

For sale is a very nice piece of Art Pottery made by Hampshire Pottery of Keene, NH. The item is called a "Tankard" or "Mug". The Tankard is done in the much sought after Matte Green Glaze. The Tankard is a nice size as it stands 5 1/2" tall and is 5" in diameter from the outside Handle measurement. The Tankard has a wonderful Matt Cucumber Green Glaze. This Glaze was a trademark of Hampshire Pottery. The Tankard displays an embossed Holly Leaf and Berry pattern at the top of the Vessel. This Pattern surrounds the entire top of the Tankard. There is a wonderfully applied handle that appears to have reeded beads running vertically from the bottom to the top on each side of the Handle. The Handle has what looks like a Leaf on the flat exterior side when viewed closely. It also acts as a thumb rest when holding the Tankard. The piece is considered to be in excellent condition as there are no cracks, nicks chips or dings. There is some crazing in the glaze and this really adds dimension to the Cucumber Green Texture. There is also a shadow of what appears to have been a paper label that was on the bottom of the piece. The piece is signed with Block Letter "JST & CO KEENE NH." Impressed Mark. This can clearly be seen. I believe this to be a very early mark prior to Cadmon Robertson's tenure with Hampshire. This would make this piece Circa 1891-1903. Hampshire Pottery was producing a Matt Green Glaze 7 Years ahead of Grueby. Grueby started producing matte green pottery in 1898. This is a not so commonly found item from Hampshire Pottery in Matt Green. This is an Excellent Example in both Form and Glaze. Those of you who are decorating in the Arts and Crafts, Mission style will surely welcome this beauty. It would look just outstanding on that Stickley Bookcase.   « Less

An attractive King George V & Queen Mary Coronation Commemorative bearing a special text: Presented by their Majesties at Crystal Palace June 30th 1911 A lovely  More »

An attractive King George V & Queen Mary Coronation Commemorative bearing a special text: Presented by their Majesties at Crystal Palace June 30th 1911 A lovely Commemorative, good example - collector will be completely delighted 4 inches (10cm) height approx Good condition apart from a tight light line midway (can be seen in images for your assistance) - still has a good ring when tapped camera flash in images Royal Doulton - copyright Circa: 1911   « Less

Antique : Extremely rare blue and white transfer ware Commemorative : Wellington & Lord Hill An extremely rare and magnificent large blue and white Commemorative Tankard  More »

Antique : Extremely rare blue and white transfer ware Commemorative : Wellington & Lord Hill An extremely rare and magnificent large blue and white Commemorative Tankard decorated with the figure of the Duke of Wellington on horseback with his sword drawn (soldiers and lanscape within a cartouche), the reverse decorated with a similar image of Lord Hill. The side with drum, telescope and weapons. Internal and handle decoration The pottery is quite thin, delicate feeling and light This wonderful Campaign Commemorative is a must for the serious collector, dealer etc... Circa : early 19th century 4.5 inches (11.5cm) height approx Condition Report: There are staples repairs to the body as the following: 1. 3x tight hairline cracks running from top downwards about 2 inches long and held by 2 staples (2x) and 1 staple each. 2. Staple repair to the handle (on the body) The staples were painted and very well executed - the Tankard displays very well with no chips or missing pieces - viewing is welcome and I am sure anyone who views will bid on this wonderful piece From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6 General Rowland Hill, 1st Viscount Hill GCB, GCH (11 August 1772 – 10 December 1842) served in the Napoleonic Wars as a trusted brigade, division and corps commander under the command of the Duke of Wellington. He became Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in 1828.   « Less

Antique : Rare puce transferware Reform ( English & American Political History ) Mug A very rare British / American Reform Mug in puce having Britannia alongside a lion  More »

Antique : Rare puce transferware Reform ( English & American Political History ) Mug A very rare British / American Reform Mug in puce having Britannia alongside a lion with an American Native Indian on the ground between them also with flags, sailing ship etc... Bearing the words Union and Reform - Internally with a border with flags and flora and bearing the words - Commerce and Freedom & Unity and Liberty Circa : early 19th century There is a piece that has been broken and restuck crudely - no missing pieces (slight fritting where piece has been out - not bad) - a star tight line on base not all the way through and will probably come out when cleaned - I have not cleaned this item leaving it to the restorer in case the broken piece becomes unstuck (looks like animal glue), for safety. 3.5 inches (9cm) height approx Looking with a lens the transfers have been drawn using 'dots' and 'lines' A lovely rare Mug - listed elsewhere (1 bid ensures Auction will be completed here and removed from other portal) From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6   « Less

Antique : Extremely rare blue & white transfer ware Hancocks Grazing Rabbits ( woodland) An extremely rare and beautiful blue and white Tankard with grazing rabbits /  More »

Antique : Extremely rare blue & white transfer ware Hancocks Grazing Rabbits ( woodland) An extremely rare and beautiful blue and white Tankard with grazing rabbits / hares amongst a landscape by Sampson Hancock (& Sons) in the Woodland pattern. Circa 1891 - 1900 4 inches (10cm) height approx Makers printed marks: Woodland - SH & Sons Good Condition - very slight discolouration in one area ( not of any concern - and seems a result of the original firing - see image 1) - evidence of top rim being gilded and slight gilt rubbing on gilt band on lower half of body - light age signs all as expected and mentioned only for accuracy - No chips or restoration - Buyer will be completely delighted From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6 Makers Reference : Sampson Hancock (& Sons) Manufacturer of earthenware at Stoke 1870-1937 (formerly Tunstall c.1858 to1870 ) New title "S Hancock & Sons (Potters) Ltd." from 1935 to 1937.   « Less

Antique : A rare Herculaneum ceramic Coffee Can with Children at Play Pattern in the style of Adam Buck - Bat Transfer A lovely rare Herculaneum ceramic with Children at  More »

Antique : A rare Herculaneum ceramic Coffee Can with Children at Play Pattern in the style of Adam Buck - Bat Transfer A lovely rare Herculaneum ceramic with Children at Play Pattern Coffee Can in the style of Adam Buck; a Bat Printed Coffee Can in black having a seated Mother playing with her Child with rackets (sporting) in the style of Adam Buck Circa : 1810 -1820 Good Condition - the front image is very good - the small rear image has wear (this is common to find on these pieces) 2.75 inches (7cm) height X 2.65 inches (6.6cm) dia excluding handle   « Less

Antique : Large Chinese Export Beer Tankard ( 18th / early 19th century ) A large Chinese Export Beer Tankard, probably 18th century Condition: Tight hairline and 2  More »

Antique : Large Chinese Export Beer Tankard ( 18th / early 19th century ) A large Chinese Export Beer Tankard, probably 18th century Condition: Tight hairline and 2 small chips on top rim - 3 surface glaze faults on handle (maybe from time of manufacture) - please see images carefully 6.25 inches (16cm) height approx From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6   « Less

Antique : 19th century Canton polychrome Tankard Chinese Canton polychrome Tankard - probably 19th century Good Condition with a hairline from top down and a few small  More »

Antique : 19th century Canton polychrome Tankard Chinese Canton polychrome Tankard - probably 19th century Good Condition with a hairline from top down and a few small lines on base which does not go through to the inside (so surface only) - no chips 5 inches (12.5cm) height approx From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6   « Less

Antique : Hand painted Christening Mug - very clean condition A lovely 19th century porcelain Christening Mug - hand painted on both sides with flowers, the front hand  More »

Antique : Hand painted Christening Mug - very clean condition A lovely 19th century porcelain Christening Mug - hand painted on both sides with flowers, the front hand gilded: Mark Ramesden Shelley - Born June 12th 1873 and motifs Good Condition Circa: 1873 3.5 inches (9cm) height approx From a good private collection fresh to the market, including: a blue and white transferware large Military Tankard with Wellington and Lord Hill, a Reform Mug, blue and white transferware Tankard with grazing rabbits, 18th and early 19th century Chinese export Tankards including one armorial piece, collection of Royal Worcester miniatures, Carved Chinese triple Cigar Box, photographs, Baxter Prints etc... etc... Viewing welcome beforehand at London NW6   « Less