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Subiaco Museum > Records

VASE: WITH PINK ROSES AND FIGURE OF BOY

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c. 1890

Overview

Small vase in white bisque porcelain with handle on one side and the figure of a young boy in 18th century frock coat dress on the other. The upper edge is curved and scalloped while the vase itself has a circular hole near the upper edge. The vase is decorated with scroll work and some etched patterns while the front has a cascade of detailed tiny pink roses with green leaves. The whole article shows hand made craftsmanship of a high standard given to Miss Bannear by her aunt.

Historical information

This vase is an example of craftsmanship of a high standard.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-43-1986.155

Item type

Width

120 mm

Height or length

203 mm

Keywords

DOMESTIC EQUIPMENT

Year

Statement of significance

Example of handmade vase showing a high standard of craftsmanship.

Last modified

Wednesday, 16 July, 2025

Completeness

94

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