Dish, shell-shaped
Date1755-1765
Artist/Maker
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
OriginEngland, Worcester
MediumPorcelain, soft-paste
DimensionsOverall: 6.7cm (2 5/8 x 5 1/4in.)
Height without scroll: 1 5/8 in.
Credit LineGift of Mr. Samuel M. Clarke
Object number1993-256
DescriptionMolded shell-shaped dish with irregular everted rim. The base of the shell turned up and curled to form the handle. Dark purple shell-edge border. The interior center painted with a loose bouquet in bright colors - pink, blue, yellow, red, and dark purple.ProvenanceChristie's, June 7, 1976 - Lot 132
Mrs. M. Symes collection
Christie's, Jan 23, 1978 - Lot 56
1650-1675
ca. 1750
1770-1780
ca. 1758
1768-1775
ca.1755
ca. 1758