18th Century English Delft Colander Bowl c.1760

A rare English Delft colander bowl, possibly London. The outside is painted in cobalt blue on a pale blue ground with Chinese landscapes of buildings, trees and mountains with a decorative border and the top with a starburst effect painted in concentric rings. The outer ring has decorative symbols painted in reserves bordered with alternating diaper patterned panels. The top has pierced drainage holes running within the circular bands with a larger central hole. On the side is a pouring slot framed with scrolls and with a green man type mask below it.