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A creamware teapot with replacement cover, probably by William Greatbach of Fenton
Description
A creamware teapot with replacement cover, probably by William Greatbach of Fenton, printed in black and decorated in coloured enamels with ‘Prodigal Son’ scenes, circa 1789, 126mm, spout restored(commemorative, pottery)* William Greatbach was an apprentice to Thomas Whieldon prior to working on his own as a supplier of wares to Josiah Wedgwood for whom he subsequently worked. He is credited with producing a series of complicated designs also a series on the subject of the Prodigal Son.
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A creamware teapot with replacement cover, probably by William Greatbach of Fenton, printed in black and decorated in coloured enamels with ‘Prodigal Son’ scenes, circa 1789, 126mm, spout restored(commemorative, pottery)* William Greatbach was an apprentice to Thomas Whieldon prior to working on his own as a supplier of wares to Josiah Wedgwood for whom he subsequently worked. He is credited with producing a series of complicated designs also a series on the subject of the Prodigal Son.
Commemoratives, Signed Letters, Staffordshire Pot Lids and Prattware
Sale Date(s)
Lots: 1 to 325
Collection and Shipping:
Purchases may be collected from London by prior appointment (020 7223 3032 or commemorative@aol.com)
The Auctioneer may pack and send small consignments by Royal Mail Special Delivery. Whilst every effort will be made to ensure lots are properly packed no responsibility can be accepted by the Auctioneer or his agents for any loss or damage sustained in transit by Royal Mail with whom insurance cover will be arranged.
As a guide, packages weighing no more than two kilos will cost between £20 and £30 inland or £40 to £60 for the rest of the world. For larger and or bulky purchases please contact the auctioneers, preferably prior to the auction, for guidance on the costs of shipment, collection or delivery of purchases.
Important Information
Prattware: Lot 1 to 3
Meat Paste Jars: Lot 4 to 25
Watercolours by Jesse Austion: Lots 26 & 27
Staffordshire Pot Lids: Lot 28 to 109
Commemoratives: Lot 110 to 128
Naval, Military & War Commemoratives: Lot 129 to 159
Political Commemoratives: Lot 160 to 182
Signed Letters & Cards: Lot 183 to 221
Plates with Royal Association: Lot 222 to 231
Royal Commemorative: Lot 232 to 325
Viewing: By appointment. (020 7223 3032 or commemorative@aol.com)
Registration: With acceptable identification consistent with current money laundering legislation.
Auction Duration: Lots will be sold in numerical order (unless otherwise stated) at a likely rate of between 80 and 120 lots per hour
Prices Realised: These may be viewed at: www.historicalandcollectable.com.
Catalogues: A digital listing of all lots is published on the internet at least three weeks prior to the auction at: www.historicalandcollectable.com where every lot is illustrated and many with additional images.
Imperfections: The condition of pieces is mentioned in this catalogue and is intended as a guide. The word ‘good’ in the catalogue description may be interpreted as the item being in original undamaged and unrestored condition. It remains the responsibility of the Purchaser to satisfy themselves as to the condition of each piece in any lot.
Absentee Bidding:
•Commission bids may be submitted by email to the Auctioneer prior to the auction who will execute such bids without obligation.
•Telephone bidding may be undertaken at the sole discretion of the auctioneer.
•Live internet bidding via www.the-saleroom.com (no additional fees).
Successful absentee bidders will be notified of any purchase by telephone or email.
Buyer’s Premium: As a percentage of the hammer price: 30.00% including value added tax.
Internet / Live Bidding: There is a link to this catalogue at www.historicalandcollectable.com where all the lots are illustrated. Live internet bidding may be undertaken at www.the-saleroom.com
Value Added Tax: No lots in this auction attract VAT on the hammer price.
Artists Resale Right: No lots in this auction attract Artists Resale Right surcharge on the hammer price.
Payment: Accounts may be settled by Sterling cash (maximum equivalent of 10,000 Euros), Sterling cheque (only clients known to Historical & Collectable) or bank transfer to Lloyds Bank, sort code:30-99-09 account number: 07158347 in the name of Historical & Collectable BIC: LOYDGB21187 IBAN: GB07 LOYD 3099 0907 1583 47 (payments received from overseas will incur a surcharge of £7.00). Debit and credit cards are not accepted.
Collection and Shipping: Purchases may be collected from London by prior appointment.
The Auctioneer may pack and send small consignments by Royal Mail Special Delivery. Every effort will be made to ensure lots are properly packed but no responsibility can be accepted by the Auctioneer or his agents for any loss or damage sustained in transit by Royal Mail with whom insurance cover will be arranged.
As a guide, packages weighing no more than two kilos will cost between £20 and £30 inland or £40 to £60 for the rest of the world. For larger and or bulky purchases please contact the auctioneers, preferably prior to the auction, for guidance on and the costs of shipment, collection or delivery of purchases.
Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions of Business
Andrew Hilton trading as Historical & Collectable hereinafter referred to as the Auctioneer and to include any person acting upon his authority.
Conditions of sale - General
Third Party Liability: All persons on the premises of, or at a venue hired or borrowed by the Auctioneer are there upon their own risk. They shall have no claim against the Auctioneer in respect of any accident, injury or damage howsoever arising.
Catalogue: All descriptions, whether printed, digital or oral, are statements of opinion not fact. Intending Purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the condition, age and authenticity etc. of all pieces and lots.
Auction: The Auctioneer reserves the right to accept or refuse any bid(s), regulate the bidding and amounts of any bid(s), rearrange, consolidate or withdraw any lot(s) or part of any lot without reason or notice. In the event of a dispute the Auctioneer has absolute discretion to settle such dispute. All transactions associated with this auction sale shall be governed by English law.
Conditions of sale – Vendors
Indemnity: The Vendor indemnifies the Auctioneer, his servants and agents who act solely as agent for the Vendor.
Title: The Vendor warrants to the Auctioneer and the Purchaser that they are the absolute owner of any lot and is authorised to sell the same and pass marketable title free of any encumbrance or claim.
Instructions: Lots are sold at the Auctioneer’s discretion unless written instructions to the contrary are received by the Auctioneer more than 24 hours prior to the auction. Responsibility for receipt of such instructions rests with the Vendor.
Proceeds: The Vendor authorises the Auctioneer to deduct all monies due to him from the auction proceeds. The Auctioneer shall not be liable for settlement of any lot(s) for which he is not in possession of cleared funds.
Conditions of sale - Purchasers
Acknowledgment: In making a bid for any lot, whether in person or otherwise, all bidders acknowledge they have read, understand and abide by all these Conditions of Sale.
Title: Responsibility for a purchased lot shall pass at the fall of the hammer, however legal title shall not pass until the Auctioneer is in possession of cleared funds in payment for that lot.
Payment and Clearance: All lots must be paid for in full within seven days following the conclusion of the auction except were agreed by the Auctioneer in writing. No lot(s) may be removed until cleared funds are to hand except were agreed by the Auctioneer. Any lot(s) not paid for will incur storage charges calculated at the sole discretion of the Auctioneer and interest at 3% over Lloyds Bank Base Rate.
Purchase Price: The Buyer will pay to the Auctioneer the hammer price together with a Buyer’s Premium calculated at a rate of 30.00% (including value added tax) of the hammer price, additionally any value added tax and or Artist’s Resale Right on the hammer price were noted in the catalogue or digital listing.
