18th century Boughpot by Henry Kettle

A charming five sided bulb pot by Henry Kettle (c. 1773–97).
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 stylized pearls framing the central panel and yew wood panels are typical of Henry Kettle.
Retains the original metal liner.

Ref; Information of central panel supplied by Christopher Coles, British Museum.

Circa 1790