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Belleek Irish Antique Porcelain Hexagonal Shaped Lustre Glazed Basket

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An exceptional and finely made Irish woven porcelain hexagonal shaped basket made by Belleek and dating from the 19th century. The stunning basket stands raised on a rope design foot rim with a recessed basket weave base. The side is made from overlapping open work strands with a rope twist application around the top and with a raised open loop design applied around the rim. The bowl has a incised makers ribbon applied to the base. A rare find in this condition with only very minor making defects.
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