Early 19th Century

Blue and white transfer decoration with three vignettes of a Chinoiserie landscape version of Willow pattern, the interior rim with a stylized foliate scroll diaper-pattern band, the basin inscribed with "By Pipe & Pot / we banish fear, / Sorrow drown / & kill Old Care" within a heart swag border, painted monogram 'WR'.

H. 5 5/8 in., D. 14 in.

H. 5 5/8 in., D. 14 in.Exhibited: Milwaukee Art Museum, Permanent Collection American Galleries, May 4, 2001 to May 3, 2005, and on long term loan until February 21, 2008.

Provenance: Alistair Simpson Antiques, Ltd., London;

Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey

Condition: Chips and small crack to foot, retouch to rim, tiny chip to interior wall, some scratches and light wear. (see photos under UV light)

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