Staffordshire swan&cygnet spill vase

Victorian, circa 1880. 4.5ins high, 4.3ins wide, 3ins depth. Staffordshire spill vase which features a swan and cygnet, resting on a shaped base. Multi-coloured version. Bright gilt base line and embellishment.



Decorated mainly to the front.





Book reference not found.

Condition

Generally good.

Crack to the underside (partly restored).



A few paint losses to inside of spill





and both beaks.



KILN EFFECTS: piece of kiln detritus caught in the glaze to the base.



RESTORATION: Old restoration to underside



and tip of swan's wing.



Cygnet's neck reglued and join retouched.





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