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A rare late 18thc creamware bubby pot. Probably Wedgwood. c.1790
A rare late 18thc creamware bubby pot. Probably Wedgwood. c.1790
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Description.
We do not generally point out crazing, and do not regard it as a defect worth mentioning in pieces of the age we sell, unless it is not completely noticeable in photographs and is both extensive and undiscoloured. If you have concerns as to whether a piece is crazed, please ask us.
A very rare and diminutive late 18thc bubby pot, probably made by Wedgwood, in Staffordshire. Long pouring spout with teat-like termination, enabling easy feeding by a baby. Unfortunately, but not surprisingly, the design (in particular, the inability to clean/sterilise the pot properly) led to a significant increase in child mortality. See the excellent website "The feeder guy" for more information on these rare, well-intentioned, but deadly babycare accessories. See photos of a similar example on the Science Museum website attributing this design to Wedgwood.
Very few of these pieces have survived-not surprising, given their use and the risk of breakage deriving from it.
Condition.
In good antique condition. Minor nicks and repairs to the tim and underside of the cover. No other apparent defects.
Dimensions.
11cm in height.
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We aim to ensure that our descriptions are absolutely accurate. Nevertheless, antique porcelain is never perfect. We use high definition photography with the aim of making the condition of any item extremely clear. Defects which are obvious in the photography we use are deemed to have been declared, even if we do not specifically refer to them in the description.
Restoration is sometimes extremely difficult to detect. We use UV light and transmitted light to check whether restoration has occurred. Sometimes, even those methodologies do not reveal restoration. If you are able, notwithstanding the definition, to show that restoration of a significant nature has occurred, we would obviously allow cancellation of the sale in such circumstances.
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