Three Minton-style Blue Transfer Pieces, England, c. 1795-1810, an earthenware obelisk on a molded base printed in blue underglaze with sections of Minton’s Trench Mortar pattern printed in ovals, unmarked, attributed to Minton, ht. 11, wd. 3 1/4; a covered earthenware round dish, possibly a butter dish, printed in blue underglaze with the Chinese Family pattern, unmarked, attributed to Minton, ht. 5, lg. 5; and a covered trembleuse cup and saucer printed with the Trench Mortar pattern, printed workman's mark, attributed to Minton, ht. 3 1/8, saucer dia. 4 1/2 in.
Provenance: The Zeller Collection.
Condition
Condition: Obelisk: The upper section of the obelisk itself has been broken and professionally restored.
Covered dish: Very good condition with no evidence of damage or repairs.
Tremleuse cup and saucer: Very good condition with minor tanning to the base of the cup. Tiny restored chip to the rim of the saucer.
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