Additional Image:

One of three different floral sprays used as a border on the butterboat.
Another border spray.
Shape Type
Dinner & Dessert Wares
Pattern Type
Plants
Date
1757-1760
Dimensions
  • Length: 3.13 in (7.95 cm)
Maker
Worcester

Maker's Mark:

Printed
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Description:

This small leaf-shaped deep dish is thought to be a butterboat for the serving of melted butter.  It bears a rare floral print that incorporates two small birds.  Branyan, French and Sandon classify this very rare pattern as a variation of the not uncommon Early Creamboat Sprays.  This is the only instance in their book where they classify two patterns that have substantial differences under the one name. 
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