Butter tub & cover

Date1775-1780

Maker Worcester Porcelain Manufactory

MediumSoft-paste porcelain

DimensionsA: Diam: 4"; H: 1 7/8"
B: Diam: 4 3/8"

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel M. Clarke

Object number1978-174,A&B

DescriptionButter tub: cylindrical body with two upright handles. The low domed cover is notched for the handles and has a flower finial. Decorated with the "Earl Manvers" pattern: enamel colors with purple scrolls entwining berried garlands pendant from a border comprising pink diaper alternating with gilt scrolls and enclosing berried leaves. Gilt edges.
ProvenanceCollection of Mrs. G.C. Stephens
Auctioned by Sotheby's Oct. 1 1974, Lot 75
Bought by Amor for Mrs and Mrs. S.M.C. (Acc. No. 309)