Description
A delightful 18th-century English delft flower brick, dating from around 1760, beautifully painted in under-glaze blue and manganese with a river landscape and figures.
The rectangular body is pierced on top to hold flower stems, a form typical of Georgian interiors.
The painting quality and palette reflect the best work of the London and Bristol delftware potteries of the mid-18th century.
Dimensions
Length — 13 cm
Width — 7 cm
Height — 6 cm
Condition
Very good condition for its age. Small chip professionally restored; typical minor rim chipping present, consistent with 18th-century delft wares.
Period & Origin
England, circa 1760
Tin-glazed earthenware (“delftware”)
Provenance
From a private English collection of early delft ceramics.
Related Pieces
See our English Delft ceramics collection for comparable examples.
This flower brick dates to the early 18th century and sits comfortably alongside other examples featured on our 18th Century ceramics page, where related wares are grouped by period.
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