Late 18th and 19th centuries; the first of drum form with armorial decoration and gilt highlights, with "JM" monogram to crest (4 x 8.5 in.) (extensive repair to handle and lid); the second of globular form with Rose Mandarin decoration (5 x 8 in.) (some gilt loss); third of globular form with red and blue pinwheel decoration in the Imari style and with later chain to lid and spout (4 x 7 in.) (some areas of loss, chip to rim); fourth of globular form with Famille Rose figural decoration (5.5 x 7 in.) (extensive repairs).

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.