Flower Holder
ca. 1830-1850 (made)
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Flower holder, in the form of a naked boy on a dolphin, of lead-glazed earthenware. The dolphin, facing left, is painted green with red and crimson mouth, resting on conventional waves; the boy faces the front and is seated cross-legged; he has black hair, wears a dark blue drapery, and holds a spotted shell in his right arm. Oval base with gilt line.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Lead-glazed earthenware, painted in colours and gilt |
| Brief description | Flower holder, in the form of a naked boy on a dolphin, lead-glazed earthenware, probably made in Staffordshire, ca. 1830-1850 |
| Physical description | Flower holder, in the form of a naked boy on a dolphin, of lead-glazed earthenware. The dolphin, facing left, is painted green with red and crimson mouth, resting on conventional waves; the boy faces the front and is seated cross-legged; he has black hair, wears a dark blue drapery, and holds a spotted shell in his right arm. Oval base with gilt line. |
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| Gallery label | Flower-holder
Probably made in Staffordshire, about 1830-50
Lead-glazed earthenware
C.416-1928 Given by Mr J.D. Kennedy through the National Art-Collections Fund(23/05/2008) |
| Credit line | Given by Mr J. D. Kennedy through Art Fund |
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| Accession number | C.416-1928 |
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| Record created | March 31, 2008 |
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