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C1989-465
Flower bowl
C1989-465

Flower bowl

Dateca. 1730
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delft / delftware)
DimensionsDiam: 6"; (15.2 cm).
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1958-319
DescriptionBowl-shaped flower container with cylindrical foot ring attached convex lid, and everted rim where lid attaches. One large central cylindrical drainage hole in the top within two circles of smaller holes. White tin glaze decorated in blue: on the top, stylized leaves and grass; on the base, a pattern of oriental emblems alternating with single flowers; some details outlined in black.
Label TextThe London attribution is based on the decoration.
InscribedNo
MarkingsNo
ProvenanceTilley & Co., London