Antique English Biscuit Barrel w/ EPNS Silver Plate Lid and Handle, Gazebo and Roses

  Product Description:  English biscuit barrels date back to around the 18th century in England for serving biscuits with tea.  This charming, double-sided biscuit barrel made of early ceramic material with an all-over glossy finish features a beautifully decorative surface.  In the background is a gazebo overlooking a display of roses on a blended tan surface. The E.P.N.S. silver-plate lid and bail handle will add the elegance and old-time English feel to your tea cart. Additional purposes:  Don't serve biscuits?  Add elegance to your bath or powder room by using this beauty to store decorative soaps, cotton balls or swabs. Circa: 1921 - 1930 Pattern Name:  Unknown Dimensions:  Height:  5 ½” (to top of collar), 9 ¼” (with swing-arm handle upright) Diameter of base:  6” (overall), 4 ¼” (round footed base) Product Weight:  1 pound 15 ounces Markings:   Made in England (incised in edge of lid), EPNS Made in England (incised under lid).  Three stilt marks on bottom base from supports lef