Very rare and exceptional pair of pastille burners made in England in the Coalbrookdale factories, c 1830. While this kind of piece is very difficult to find, a pair is very unusual. Measurements: 8'' high; 5 1/2'' diameter. The base is like a cup with an attached saucer and the lid is in the form of an elongated bell with a long turret of encrusted flowers on top. The holes for the smoke to emerge are hidden amongst this rich encrustation of applied flowers. The entire surface of the bowl, cup and lid is covered with tiny flowers, probably in imitation of Meissen''s SNOWBALL / SNEEUBALLEN. They are light turquoise and white with yellow centers. There are a number of applied modelled flowers, stems and leaves covering this layer as well. The rims of top and bottom have a rich gold border. There are no marks on this piece as was normal in England at that time. Condition:excellent condition. For such very fine detail, they are in fantastic shape: the small encrusted flowers (snowballs) are almost entirely intact, with one or two very minor chips (and you really have to search for them) and the larger applied flowers have the usual, minor losses. Otherwise, there are no chips/cracks to the porcelain and the gilding is also in great shape - not worn at all. Status: For Sale Reference#: 337 Condition: See Description Year: See Description

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