Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28 Feb 2017

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A rare English enamel patch box of naval interest late 18th century

£500 - £800 £700

A rare English enamel patch box of naval interest late 18th century, painted in black with a dove of peace above two clasped hands, inscribed 'Valour United' above and 'Nelson & Warren Triumphant' below, the base enamelled a pale pink, fitted with a mirror to the interior cover, some good restoration, 4.3cm.

Commodore John Borlase Warren combined a naval career with a career as MP for Great Marlow. He played a key part in the French Revolutionary Wars in 1795 and in the Irish Rebellion in October 1798.

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