A scarce John and William Ridgway ice pail and cover in the 'Pembroke Hall Cambridge' pattern

A scarce John and William Ridgway pail and cover in the 'Pembroke Hall, Cambridge' pattern, circa 1815-20, transfer-printed in underglaze blue, with printed pattern name in a cartouche to base, the ovoid bowl raised on three gilded dolphin supports on a triform base, overall height 34.5cm high (some repairs)

Condition Report

The final was previously broken and restuck and is now slightly loose. A break to the rim of the cover has been broken and re-stuck. Both handles have stapled repairs. A metal rod has been added to secure the base to the bowl. There is damage around two of the dolphin supports, but they do not appear to have been fully separated from the base. One dolphin has a chipped nose. Minor nibbles around the edges of the base. There is wear to the gilt around the rim and some crazing to the glaze, alongside slight staining to the interior.

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