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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.
Signet Ring
Signet ring, possibly for a thumb. The ring is made of a circle or band of silver gilt, broadening slightly at the shoulders, where it is fitted with a deep oval of... view details
Cross, 19th century
Cross Possibly Indian or Persian, 19th century Brass, inlaid Length: 9.4 cm. view details
Necklace, 19th century
Necklace Possibly Indian, 19th century Gold Length: 41.5 cm view details
Necklace, c.1810
Part of a necklace and bracelet French, c.1810 Gold, enamel lapis lazuli and pearls Length: 49 cm view details
Bracelet, c.1810
Part of a necklace and bracelet French, c.1810 Gold, enamel, lapis lazuli and pearls Length: 17.9 cm view details
Easel for miniature portrait, c.1850
Easel for miniature portrait French, mid 19th century Gilt-metal, enamel, turquoise Length: 20 cm view details
Inkstand, c.1875
Travelling Ink Stand English or French, c.1850-1899 Beech Wood Length: 7 cm view details
Needlecase, c.1850
Needlecase with cover French, c.1850 Gold, blue enamel, pink gemstones, leather case Length: 7.2 cm view details
Snuff or scent flask and stopper, c.1700-50
Snuff or Scent Flask and stopper French, c.1700-50 Gilt bronze Length:10.8 cm view details
Snuff or scent flask and stopper, c.1720-30
Snuff or Scent Flask and stopper French, c.1720-30 Silver, enamel on copper Length: 8.7 cm view details