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A Liverpool Transfer-Printed Creamware \'Washington in Glory, America in Tears\' Memorial Pitcher
Estimate: $300-$400
Sold
$450
Live Auction
American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts
Location
Cincinnati
Description
A Liverpool Transfer-Printed Creamware 'Washington in Glory, America in Tears' Memorial Pitcher
English, Mid-19th Century
one side with a print of a stylized Washington Monument noting Washington's birth and death dates and with mourning symbols and eagle; the opposite with the coat of arms and motto of The Worshipful Company of Merchant Taylors.
with monogram SMW and smaller transfer of spread-winged eagle under the spout.
Height 11 7/8 x width 10 x depth 5 1/4 inches; diameter of underside 6 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition
In stable condition. Crazing throughout body, with crack near spout. Two repaired chips to rim on either side of handle. Light wear to underside, and light deposits of residue to interior consistent with age and use.