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The Ceramics Sale - August 6, 2025

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  • Property from the Collection of James M. Labaugh Antiques, Pound Ridge, NY
Lot 220

Group of English 'Dr. Syntax' Porcelain Tableware and Figures

Estimate: $200 - $400
Starting Bid
$100

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Comprising:

A small pitcher, unmarked

A small potpourri jar and cover, unmarked

A Royal Crown Derby figure, puce painted mark

A smaller Royal Crown Derby figure, red painted mark

A seated figure, unmarked

A white and gilt decorated figure, unmarked

Together with a teabowl and saucer decorated with ruins, unmarked

The pitcher 6 x 5 1/4 x 3 3/4 in., (7 pcs).

Condition

Wear consistent with age and use. The pitcher with a shallow star shaped crack to the interior. The potpourri vase with a shallow hairline to one side. The smaller Derby figure with restoration to the instrument and the arm broken and reglued. The seated figure with losses to the quill and the birds. The white figure with rubbing and wear to the gilding. The teabowl with wear to the decoration. Otherwise in good condition.

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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