Lot 185 , A rare Worcester Butter Boat Formal Rose pattern butter boat, c.1760-65, length 8.1cm

A rare Worcester Butter Boat Formal Rose pattern butter boat, c.1760-65, painted to the interior, the exterior moulded with overlapping leaves, the base with a stalk, unmarked, length 8.1cm
Estimate £150-250

Please see Branyan, French and Sandon, Worcester Blue and White Porcelain 1751-1790 and Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Patterns published by Barrie & Jenkins, 2nd edition 1989 p.270 for this design.

Typical minor glaze imperfections, good condition, no chips cracks or restorations.


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Sold for £160