A rare Derby duck sauceboat, circa 1810

The white duck with beak and feet painted in orange with black detail, the rim with a gilt dentil edge. The head of the duck forms the handle and the tail forms the spout.

Length:  11.3 cm

Mark:  Crown, crossed batons and D in red to base

Condition:  Good. Some wear to gilt dentil border, and tiny nick to spout (tail).

Price: £395

Note: Duck sauceboats were produced in pottery forms from the late 18th century onwards, but are rare in porcelain.