Vase of Flowers (with patch box)
Manufacturer
St. James Factory
(English, 1749 - 1759)
CultureEnglish
OriginLondon, London, England
Datec.1751-1754
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 9.2 x 4.7 cm (3 5/8 x 1 7/8 in.)
MarkingsInscribed SON FRUIT/ ME CHARME and ODORIE ERRANT
DescriptionA St. James Factory scent bottle and box modelled in the form of a vase arranged with flowers. The lower part of the flattened waisted shape is painted in bright colours with sprays of flowers. The flower encrusted upper part is surmounted by a coloured butterfly stopper and gilt mount, and chased with scrollwork.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1008
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On view
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