English 19th Century Majolica Bird’s Nest Pitcher
$750.00 $550.00
SKU: AN0885
Dimension: 8.38"H x 6.5"W x 5.75"D
Dimensions: 8 3/8″ H x 6 1/2″ W x 5 3/4″ D
A lovely 19th century English majolica pitcher depicting a nest, filled with hatchlings, as their mother returns with a meal. The nest rests on a flowering branch. The branch motif is also found in the pitcher’s handle.
English 19th Century Majolica Bird’s Nest Pitcher
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English 19th Century Majolica Bird’s Nest Pitcher
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Dimensions: 8 3/8″ H x 6 1/2″ W x 5 3/4″ D
A lovely 19th century English majolica pitcher depicting a nest, filled with hatchlings, as their mother returns with a meal. The nest rests on a flowering branch. The branch motif is also found in the pitcher’s handle.
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Dimensions | 5.75 × 6.5 × 8.38 in |
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English 19th Century Majolica Bird’s Nest Pitcher
Dimensions: 8 3/8″ H x 6 1/2″ W x 5 3/4″ D
A lovely 19th century English majolica pitcher depicting a nest, filled with hatchlings, as their mother returns with a meal. The nest rests on a flowering branch. The branch motif is also found in the pitcher’s handle.