Staffordshire Historical Blue Transfer-decorated La Fayette the Nation's Guest Pitcher

Description:

Staffordshire Historical Blue Transfer-decorated La Fayette the Nation's Guest Pitcher, attributed to James and Ralph Clews, Cobridge, England, c. 1824-36, floral decoration, with a medallion with the bust of Lafayette bordered by "WELCOME LA FAYETTE THE NATIONS GUEST AND OUR COUNTRY'S GLORY," ht. 6 3/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,000

Evidence of restoration on handle and a few rim chips.


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