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Derby Dolphin & Shell Molded Porcelain Butter Boat Circa 1770

About the Item

A fine antique Georgian English porcelain Dolphin and Shell molded butter boat by Derby and dating from around 1770. The small jug shaped vessel stands raised on a round pedestal base with a molded scroll work body and with a raised large pouring spout and ornate handle. The butter boat is hand painted in blue on a white ground with small leafy sprigs and other patterning. The butter boat is not marked. For a similar example please see the Victoria & Albert Museum Collection. In good condition with light age wear with a small firing mark to the inside base.
  • Creator:
    Derby (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Depth: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed,Hand-Painted,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bishop's Stortford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CE221571stDibs: LU1328227907172

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