Miniature pottery pearlware money box in the form of a house early 19th century

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£675

Dated: 1810 North England or Scotland

This miniature pottery pearlware money bank model of a house is decorated in blue, maroon, and green. The house has five windows, the tile roof has a central peak, and the blue studded door has a peaked-shaped surround with three steps leading to the entrance. This simple piece is deceptively and delightfully detailed and was probably a charming gift given in the early 1800-10 period. The color palette suggests North Country English or Scottish Pottery.

Dimensions: 2.5 inches high, 1.5 inches wide, 2.5 inches long

Current Condition: Fine condition.

Provenance: Retains the paper label of Jonathan Horne. from the Anthony McGreevy Collection England

£675    $911

Description

This miniature pottery pearlware money bank model of a house is decorated in blue, maroon, and green. The house has five windows, the tile roof has a central peak, and the blue studded door has a peaked-shaped surround with three steps leading to the entrance. This simple piece is deceptively and delightfully detailed and was probably a charming gift given in the early 1800-10 period. The color palette suggests North Country English or Scottish Pottery.

Additional information

Dimensions 2.5 × 1.5 × 2.5 in