Lot #9 - A rare Peter Hutson & Co. pottery commemorative Boer War jug (1899-1902)
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Auction House:Cordy's
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Sale Name:October 2017 Art & Antique Auction
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Sale Date:17 Oct 2017 ~ 9.30am (NZ time) - Session 1 - Lots 1 - 407
17 Oct 2017 ~ 5pm (NZ time) Session 2 - Lots 410 - 822 -
Lot #:9
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Lot Description:A rare Peter Hutson & Co. pottery commemorative Boer War jug (1899-1902)
in pale/clear glaze with mild blue to the recesses, relief decoration of a soldier with a bandolier and rifle standing to attention, crossed flags and the words 'Whawhai Mo To Kanga Mo To Kuini Ake Ake Ake' (Fight For Your Queen Forever), the handle modelled as a cannon, impressed potter's monogram and 'Rd 123'. Height 210, professional restoration to spout and top rim. -
Provenance:The Slater Collection
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Notes:Note: Hutson's eldest son served in the South African campaign with New Zealand's Second Contingent.
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Estimate:NZ$1,000 - 1,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Ceramics & Porcelain
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