Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28th February 2017
Lot 251
A Birmingham or South Staffordshire enamel 'Nelson' patch box early 19th century
Estimate £500 - £800 | Hammer £500
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Description
A Birmingham or South Staffordshire enamel 'Nelson' patch box early 19th century, printed and delicately coloured with a ship behind flags, cannons, a drum and other military motifs, around the edge inscribed 'Like Nelson may each Briton be A Friend to King and Country', the base enamelled a rich green, the interior cover fitted with a mirror, some good restoration, 4.6cm.