18th century Boughpot by Henry Kettle
Veneered in harewood with oval panels of yew wood. The central panel depicts a neo-classical design 'Sacrifice of Hymen' from a design engraved by Bartolozzi after Cipriani.
The design of festoons running along the top and bottom of the pot along with the stylised pearls framing the central panel and yew wood panels are typical of Henry Kettle.
Retains the original liner.
Ref; Information of central panel supplied by Christopher Coles, British Museum.
Condition
The central panel shows signs ware and tear consistence with age and use
England
harewood, yew wood
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