A Grainger's Worcester Pâte-sur-pâte Vase, Kate Locke, Circa 1891

This Grainger & Co. Worcester porcelain vase is of ovoid form with gilt snake handles, decorated with Pâte-sur-Pâte decoration attributed to Kate Locke, circa 1875. It is a museum-quality exhibit, decorated with relief floral designs on a base the color of pale primrose. The underside of the foot bears an embossed shield, presumably with the initials GGW for Grainger & Co. Worcester. The pattern number is 636.
Dimensions:
Height: 18.5 cm
Greatest width: 10.3 cm
Condition:
Minimal, barely noticeable loss of gilding on the rim. Otherwise, in excellent antique condition without any signs of cracks, loss of enamel, paint, or gilding.
Grainger's vases decorated using the Pâte-sur-Pâte technique are kept in the best museums worldwide, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Such vases are difficult to find for sale and, if they appear, it is only at the best world auctions, such as Bonhams and Christie's. Collectors hunt for such rarities and are willing to pay the appropriate price for them.
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