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18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760
18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760

18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760

Code: 531

Dimensions:

H: 9cm (3.5")

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An 18th century Chelsea porcelain figural scent bottle c.1760, with gilt metal fittings and bouquet stopper, modeled as a bewigged boy peering around foliage as a bird sits on a set bird trap, a further closed trap at the boy’s feet, between which is his hat. The underside of the base is decorated with a spray of gilt flowers. 3.5in (9cm) high

For similar, see G E Bryant, The Chelsea Porcelain Toys, Plate 5, no.4. (see image)

Condition: Expected minor losses to petals/leaves. Small 2mm “fleabite” chip below rim of base (see image). Minor wear to pink of the back of the boy's coat. Ring on gilt metal fitting indicating possible chain fixing (see fig.1 on image of page from “The Chelsea Porcelain Toys” for very similar fitting). No restoration found under examination with ultraviolet and white light.

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