Collect: Americana

In overall nice and ready to place condition. Fairly even color throughout, and no overly distinguishable signs of cracks or prior breaks. Scattered and occasional chipping, consistent with age and use. Particularly so the lid of the vase. Scattered occasional paint loss consistent with age, more noticeably on the vase. as well as loss to the gilding of the plate rims. Minor, occasional residue buildup throughout, most notable on the vase and one plate. Wall pockets each have occasional cracks and chips on their backs consistent with prior use. Evidence of pitting, kiln grit, and other firing/potting flaws throughout. Inspection under UV light revealed a minor instance of filling along one of the rims of the plates.

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