Lot Essay
Cf. F. Severne Mackenna, op. cit., pl. 17. no. 33
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A CHELSEA STRAWBERRY-LEAF SAUCEBOAT
Circa 1756
Of fluted leaf shape, the branch handle moulded with strawberries and applied with flowers, the interior painted with a loose bouquet and scattered flowers, the exterior with scattered flowers and moulded with a spray of flowering and fruiting strawberry issuing from four short feet, with chocolate-brown rim (glaze blemishes to two feet)
6 1/4in. (16cm.) long
Circa 1756
Of fluted leaf shape, the branch handle moulded with strawberries and applied with flowers, the interior painted with a loose bouquet and scattered flowers, the exterior with scattered flowers and moulded with a spray of flowering and fruiting strawberry issuing from four short feet, with chocolate-brown rim (glaze blemishes to two feet)
6 1/4in. (16cm.) long