Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern Art & Design: 3 Sessions

Sat, Nov 9, 2019 12:00PM EST
Lot 228

15 Royal Worcester British Bird Paintings, Complete Set

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Designer & Manufacturer: Edward Townsend; Royal Worcester
Markings: signed, marking(s); ed. 19/25; 1974
Country of Origin & Materials: UK; bone china
Dimensions(H,W,D): 9.25"h, 14.25"w; 15.5"h, 20.5"w frames each;19"h, 10.75"w framed plaque
Additional Information: Lot is comprised of the complete set of fifteen framed "British Bird Paintings" on bone china in the original frames, plus framed title plaque. Provenance: Estate of Norma A. Bristol | Jeffrey Bristol, Estero, Florida, by descent.

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Condition

very good, minor wear to text on plaque, two frames show restoration, all frames with repainting and replaced edging
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