Additional Image:

Printed twice under the base, which serves as a stand for the flask, are the images of the two ducks. 
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1807
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 6.50 in (16.51 cm)
  • Height: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)
  • Width: 3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Maker
Unknown

Description:

A rare named and dated earthenware flask printed in blue with an unrecorded chinoiserie pattern.  It features a house near water beside which are seen two ducks, one diving, the other floating. Incised underglaze on the flask are three lines:  "July 14" over "1807" over the name "Thomas Osborn".
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