Staffordshire Transfer-decorated Egg

Description:

Staffordshire Transfer-decorated Egg, England, early 19th century, inscribed "A PRESENT FOR A GOOD BOY," with scenes of a boy playing, lg. 2 1/2 in.
The property of Carolyn and Tom Porter
Estimate $200-250

The egg is in good shape, with no obvious cracks, chips, or repairs. There are a couple of spots where the glaze has crazed and there is very minor moisture staining.


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