Liverpool Christian Gravy Boat, 1770

A Philip Christian of Liverpool gravy boat, circa 1770, the…
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A Philip Christian of Liverpool gravy boat, circa 1770, the footed boat having a low relief floral and scroll design throughout and decorated in enamels in the Chinese famille rose manner, with exotic birds in a rock and floral landscape to one face, and a floral spray to the reverse, with further sprigs to the interior, the rim with an iron red and gold fleur-de-lis pattern. Height 12 cm. Width 20 cm

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  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Fleur-De-Lis - The fleur-de-lis is a stylized lily or iris flower with

    three petals that has been used as a decorative motif for thousands of years. It

    often appears in Christian iconography symbolising the Holy Trinity and as an

    emblem that reflects the purity of the Virgin Mary. In decorative art and antiques

    decoration, the fleur-de-lis is often used as a symbol of elegance, refinement,

    and good taste.



    The fleur-de-lis has a rich history and in ancient times, it

    was associated with royalty, purity, and the divine, and it was used as a

    symbol of the French monarchy for many centuries.



    It is a common design element in ceramics, silverware, jewellery,

    furniture, and other decorative objects, and it can be found in many different

    styles and forms.

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