Maker: Burton  Pattern: Vase of Flowers

A magnificent large soup ladle. The pattern is a bold floral design printed in a darkish blue and includes a large vase, butterflies and a bird. Made by Samuel and John Burton of Burslem, Staffordshire, who were in business from 1832 to 1845. The pattern name is a given one and it is sometimes known as Lovick's pattern after the Norwich retailer, whose printed backstamp has been recorded on this design.
No maker's backstamp as is typical with this pattern.
The glaze is finely crazed and there are a few signs of wear on the top of the handle, but otherwise in lovely condition, almost as new.

Dimensions: Bowl 10.5 cm diameter 31 cm long / Bowl 4 ins diameter 12 ins long