A PAIR OF COALPORT FLOWER-POTS AND STANDS - CIRCA 1810

Lot 109. Of tapering cylindrical form, the kylin handles painted to simulate bronze, the waisted circular stands each supported on three lion's paw feet, probably London decorated in matt-brown, black and gilding with classical scenes of females and putti, the reverse with an urn below gilt lappet-shaped panels. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) high (4)  - Estimate; 1,000 - 1,500 British pounds

Note : Cf. Geoffrey A. Godden, Coalport and Coalbrookdale Porcelains, (London, 1970), pl. 31 & colour plate I for examples of this decoration including the 'Star of the Garter' service tentatively attributed to Baxter's or Mortlock's studios.

Christie's London. British Ceramics & Glass 1630-1830. 14 November 2007. 85 Old Brompton Road, London - www.christies.com