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Collections > Ceramics
The Bowes has an outstanding collection of about 5000 items of European and oriental ceramics dating from 1500-1900. Strengths include European porcelain, oriental export porcelain, European tin-glazed earthenware and 19th-century exhibition pieces.
John Bowes' Dressing Case
Rectangular box with hinged lid. Veneered in rosewood and brass bound. Containing utenisils - razors, sharving brushes etc. Size: Length: 34.3; Width: 24.6 cm;... view details
Brooch, c.1850
Brooch Scottish, c.1850 Silver, cairngorm and garnet Width: 9.3 cm ; Height: 4.5 cm view details
Urn with handle
Roughly oval amethyst mounted in silver. Handle in form of two entwined snakes. Size: Height: 5.8 cm. view details
Paperweight
Octagonal paperweight with a pear resting on a shallow plinth. view details
Scent Bottle
Scent bottle container of spar, stopper of cork, blue glass and gilt metal. Size: Height: 6.7 cm. (Approx.) view details
Seal
The face of the deal is octagonal with bevelled edges. Not engraved. Size: Height: 13.5 cm. (Approx.). view details