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Small Sunflower Tureen

Manufacturer (English, 1743 - 1769)
CultureEnglish
OriginChelsea, London, England
Datec.1755
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChelsea manufactory small sunflower tureen. The deep circular bowl has curved ides moulded as overlapping leaves painted yellow-green, flaring into golden-rayed petals fading to cream near the centre. The cover is formed by the heart of the sunflower with a pebbled aubergine-coloured ground and a bright green leaf serving as the handle.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1107.1-2
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Porcelain
Status
On view
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