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Flask with Bird Stopper

Manufacturer (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 Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Porcelain
Status
On view
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