Large Shouldered vase, Richard Brooks, 1950s. Australia. sold Originally presented to the Sheffield

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

Although the finish is quite heavily aged in places and the frosted glass shade bearing some marks

In the design community worldwide it is seen as Jacob Bang's most famous designs and highly collectable

The root of this design can interestingly be traced back to the Middle Ages

Large Shouldered vase, Richard Brooks, 1950s. Australia. sold Originally presented to the SheffieldSpecifications: Stamped. Height: 23cm Diameter: 20cm