August Americana
Description:
Two English Tin-glazed Earthenware Flower Bricks, Bristol, mid-18th century, with blue and white floral decoration, wd. to 6 1/8 in.
Estimate $600-800
Darker blue brick: Scattered tiny nicks on the tip, some glaze loss on corners, but no cracks or evidence of repair. Lighter blue brick: Evidence of restoration along top edges and about 1 inch of the bottom edge.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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