Rare Grapevine Pattern Shell Shaped Salt c1758-65

An 18th century Bow porcelain shell moulded salt, hand painted with the Grapevine pattern c1758-65.

The salt measures 9cm in diameter by 9.7cm and stands 5.5cm tall.

Excellent condition, except for a 3mm hairline to the rim.

Unmarked.

This salt is unusual standing on only 3 peg feet. Bow salts are usually mounted on shell bases.

The V&A has some of bow salts with shell bases.