Large Shouldered vase, Richard Brooks, 1950s. Australia. sold attributed to prominent Italian designer

attributed to prominent Italian designer Cesare Lacca

An ivory white foot acts as a plinth to lift the bowl

Originally presented to the Sheffield firm of Dixon and Sons as a design by Christopher Dresser (of which he sold them thirty seven ambitious blueprints) this 20th century reproduction - yet amazingly patinated - 'donut' footed teapot is one of the more recognisable from the range

Two moulded faces

A bold and often used deep blue salt glaze graces the surface of the jug

Large Shouldered vase, Richard Brooks, 1950s. Australia. sold attributed to prominent Italian designerSpecifications: Stamped. Height: 23cm Diameter: 20cm