South Staffordshire enamel counter basket with card decoration, c.1785 - For Sale

South Staffordshire enamel counter basket with card decoration, c.1785
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Stock #: 1014018 Size: 11x7.5cm, 3cm high
Price: AU$ 690.00
US$ 710.70
€ 524.40
£ 441.60
Rare South Staffordshire enamel counter basket, the oval form with pierced sides, painted to the base with a scattering of playing cards, including one monogrammed CR, with flower sprays around the well.
Circa 1785

References: ref. English Enamel Boxes p119 for an example, called a quadrille poole or counter tray, after the popular 18th century card game. These trays were sold in sets of five, one for each player and one for the kitty.

Condition: repairs to enamels around rim

Decorative Interior
Antique Metalware
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Moorabool Antique Galleries
16-18 Ryrie Street
Geelong
Victoria-3220
Australia
Contact Details :
Email : query@moorabool.com
Phone : +3 5229 2970

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