Gardener with Basket

Date1756 - 1769

Place of ManufactureEngland, Europe

MediumMaterial: porcelain, soft paste

DimensionsOverall (Width taken at base): 15.2 x 8 cm

ClassificationsFINE ART

Credit LineAnn & Joseph Pearson Collection

Object number1979.238.001

DescriptionYoung man in a foppish pose is standing next to a large garden basket, the lid is which he has propped open with his right arm, supported by a borage/tree trunk. In his left hand he is carrying a flower & he is gazing over his left shoulder. He is dressed in an apple green tunic coat, pink hat, gilt & red waistcoat, blue sash & pink breeches. The base is flat & is strewn with flowers.

Status

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