18th Century Sucrier depicting Taurus

18th Century Sucrier depicting Taurus

Code: J22139

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A fine quality, 18th century, Wedgwood jasper dip sucrier and cover. This is marked “WEDGWOOD”, beneath which is a large letter “A”, and it dates from c.1790. The letter A is a workman’s mark. It was part of a large tea and coffee service, most of which is decorated with the signs of the Zodiac. We have split the service and are selling all items individually. Many other items can be seen on our website. 

The sucrier is decorated with a wide band of scrolls and flowers and there is a central cartouche depicting Taurus, the bull. This is bordered by two different foliate borders. The lid is decorated with a band of oak leaves and acorns. Both the white jasperware and the relief decoration are of the finest quality, typical of the eighteenth century. It is in excellent condition, with no damage or restoration.

Dimensions: Diameter 12.4cm. Height 10.5cm. 

Price includes postage within the U.K. Shipping to the U.S.A. add £20. Most of Western Europe add £10