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AEDJohn Ridgway & Co. Armorial Plate, Westhead
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Asheville, NC 28805
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJul 9, 2026
Brunk Auctions is delighted to present the Collection of Joe Matthews and John Shank, Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Featuring more than 400 lots of fine art, furniture, silver, porcelain, lighting, Chinese and Chinese Export works of art, carpets and garden statuary, and much more. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
English, circa 1847, stamp to underside of base reads "John Ridgway & Co/Cauldon Place/Potters to her Majesty/Presented to J.P. Westhead ESQr.", centering coat of arms of Westhead, 1-1/8 x 10-1/8 x 10-1/8 in.
Provenance: The Collection of Joe Matthews and John Shank, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Note: J. P. Westhead (1807-1877) was a prominent businessman and Wesleyan Methodist. He was Director of the London and North Western Railways, M.P. for Knaresborough, and later, York. The service from which this plate came was presented to Westhead in June of 1847 at the Albion Hotel, Piccadilly, Manchester by the shareholders of the Manchester and Birmingham Railway Company in recognition of his work as Chairman.
- Provenance
The Collection of Joe Matthews and John Shank, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
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anomalies as made including pinholes, very minor scratching and wear to otherwise bright enamel and gilt decoration, adhesive residue to underside Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
