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An English delftware blue and white electioneering plate, mid-18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Pottery - delftware
- 22.9cm., 9in. diam.
inscribed 'Cleveland for/ Ever,' within a wreath cartouche,
Provenance
The Birkett collects
ion.
Condition
In overall good appearance and condition, with some minor typical glaze flaking and chips to rim only.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
John Clevland (1706-63) of Tapley in Devon, the eldest son and heir of Commander William Clevland of the Royal Navy was a politician and important figure in the governance of the Admiralty. He moved from his position as a clerks
in the navy office between 1723-31 to joint secretary to the Admiralty and finally appointed Secretary to the Admiralty in 1751. He stood and was awarded the Admiralty seat for Saltash (1741-1747 and 1761-1763) and Sandwich (1747-1761) - In the elections for Saltash and Sandwich Clevland ran unopposed on all occasions.