The tole-peinte chestnut urns with black grounds decorated in gilt with scrolling foliage and insects, peaked lid and lions mask and loop handles and raised on a socle foot.

English, Circa 1795

"Pontypool and Usk Japanned Ware "
by W D John pate 6c, 18, 20a
The bold lion mask handles and acorn finials are typical of Pontypool ware.

Historically used for carrying hot chestnuts from the open hearth to the dining room.

Height: 11 " 30 cm