A rare Caughley pounce pot
circa 1777-88
of grooved form, transfer-printed in underglaze blue with Damsons, supplementary flowers and a single Butterfly, the foot and rim printed with 'Fruit and Wreath' border, unglazed base unmarked,
8.5cm high

Provenance: Caughley Bicentenary Exhibition no. 25.

Condition Report
There are no cracks, chips, damages or any restoration. There are some sections where the glaze has pooled; over two of the pierced holes and slightly over the upper rim and also one small drip on the lower body. Please see additional images.

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