Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern Art & Design

Sat, Feb 23, 2019 12:00PM EST
Lot 356

Clarice Cliff "Biarritz" Tea Service, 14 Pieces

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $25,000
Set is comprised of tea pot, lidded vessel, six teacups and six saucers. This lot is from the personal collection of an important Soho-New York gallery owner. The collection represents over 30 years in business and his passion for 20th century design.
Designer & Manufacturer: Clarice Cliff; Royal Staffordshire, Newport Pottery Co.
Markings: signed, Newport Pottery Co. stamps, one with The Biarritz Royal Staffordshire Regd. No. 784849 stamp
Country of Origin & Materials: England; ceramic
Dimensions(H,W,D): 8"h, 6"w, 3"d; 5"h, 4"w, 2.75"d; 2.25"h, 4"w, 3"d; 5"dia, .5"d

Condition

good, crazing to some pieces, tight crack to one teacup, small chip to one saucer, a few fleabites, wear consistent with age and moderate use