Vintage English China Purple Transferware Chequers Bowl Romantic England antique antler handle teapot The base has two scrolled

The base has two scrolled handles at either side and the lid has a knobbed top

for floral arrangements or for storage

Pompeii was buried 10' deep

Measures: about 5 1/2" tall to the top of the finial on the lid x 9 1/4" handle-to-spout

It depicts three types of butterfly: Red Apple

Vintage English China Purple Transferware Chequers Bowl Romantic England antique antler handle teapot The base has two scrolledFor consideration here is one of the most beautiful and sought after patterns in purple transferware in a cereal , soup or salad sized bowl. This is manufactured by J & G Meakin of Staffordshire England and is produced from hand engravings by Britains finest craftsmen. It features a stunning view of chequers at Buckinghamshire. The border is gorgeous, being of vines and ivy, berries and florals one of the most beautiful and intricate in detail.