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Prattware Earthenware Spirits Flask c.1795 (1 of 5)
Wessex House Antiques
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Prattware Earthenware Spirits Flask c.1795

REF: PV/Ddo/644/80 / LA117462
£1,100
€1,285
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Description
This beautiful Prattware earthenware spirits flask has a pointed oval form. It is decorated on one side with four putti holding grapes and playing with a lion. To obverse a seated female figure, possibly Persephone, holds a cornucopia and rests beside a lion and putto. A ram's mask to the neck of the flask supports an attractive wreath of olive fruits and leaves which frame the scenes beautifully. Coloured by hand in overglaze polychrome enamels. We welcome any questions or enquiries regarding the flask. Please message us and we will be delighted to help.
measurements
Width:
12 CM
Length:
19 CM
declaration
Wessex House Antiques has clarified that the Prattware Earthenware Spirits Flask c.1795 (LA117462) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1795
condition
The flask is in very good condition for its age. There is some paint loss to the overglaze enamels especially where the flask contacts the surface upon which it rests. There is no restoration, retouching or cracking on the flask . Please inspect the photographs closely to assess the condition and quality of this lovely and unusual piece.
additional info
Material:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1795
location
This Prattware Earthenware Spirits Flask c.1795 is located in Somerset, United Kingdom
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