An unusual, rare and interesting English porcelain pen tray of deep boat shape standing on four gilded ball feet and strikingly decorated around, both inside and out, with a bold gilt chequerboard design. The interior brightly painted with full blown pink roses, rosebuds, morning glory and other colourful flowers and foliage.

Date: Circa 1825.

Length: 9 inches (22.5cm) Width: 3  1/4 inches (8.25cm) Height: 2 1/4 inches (5.75cm)

Condition: Excellent, undamaged and unrestored, the gilding unworn with only a few typical light spots of wear to the rim from use. Remarkable condition for a useful item of this age.

Item No:  2072

Price:  £ 440

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