Tazze
Category
Ceramics
Date
Unknown
Materials
Porcelain
Measurements
141 x 149 mm; 195 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Worcester
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 21190.2.2
Summary
Ceramic shell-shaped tazze. Serrated rim, three inter-twined dolphins comprise the stem support, one tripartite base edged with embossed design of leaves. Finished with a majolica-type glaze. Stamped on base is the maker's mark under a crown as well as the number 218. Base - coloured turquoise, brown, light green and white. Support - coloured turquoise, yellowy-brown and pink. Bowl - coloured turquoise above, white underneath. Crack to top of dolphins' tails and across bowl - been repaired with six staples. Chips on serrated edge of bowl. One of five Royal Worcester tazze.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.