Flask with Bird Stopper
Manufacturer
Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
(English, 1743 - 1769)
CultureEnglish
OriginChelsea, London, England
Datec.1755
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 8.5 x 3.8 cm (3 3/8 x 1 1/2 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA Chelsea scent bottle and bird stopper, the pear-shaped body painted with floral sprays and scattered sprigs, gold mount.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.998
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On viewArtist / Maker: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
c.1755
Object number: G83.1.978
Artist / Maker: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
c.1760
Object number: G83.1.969.1-.2
Artist / Maker: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
c.1755
Object number: G83.1.983.1-.2
Artist / Maker: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
c.1755
Object number: G83.1.984.1-.2