ANTIQUE & ART AUCTION Tuesday, 17 October 2017 - 9:30 AM start
A rare Peter Hutson & Co. pottery commemorative Boer War jug (1899-1902)
Realised: $700 plus premium
Lot Details
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. Note: Hutson's eldest son served in the South African campaign with New Zealand's Second Contingent.
