Premier Summer Sale | June 25, 2025
Wed, Jun 25, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1
Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Pot de Creme
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$650
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
early 19th century, brown Fitzhugh decoration centering the initial "H", 3-1/2 x 2-3/4 x 3-5/8 in.
Provenance: The Collection of John Suval, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Note: This pot de crème is believed to be from either the Hone or Henley family service, as both families used the initial "H". A piece from the Hone family service is illustrated in New York and the China Trade by David Sanctuary Howard, p. 116, no. C75. A group from that service sold at Sotheby’s New York, Building America: The Wolf Family Collection, April 21, 2023, lot 914.
It has also been suggested that this pot de crème is part of the service commissioned by Captain John Dandridge Henley (1781–1835), the nephew of Martha Washington. Related pieces were sold at Hindman, Palm Beach, Florida, Sale 814, December 1, 2020, lot 164, for $9,375; see: https://hindmanauctions.com/auctions/814-december-palm-beach-collections/lot/164.
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The Collection of John Suval, Fredericksburg, Virginia
overall good condition, hairline to lid, some pinholes and wear to base, small underglaze chip/anomaly to rim Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
