Red and white floral pattern moon flask 1880

This 1880 "Red and white floral pattern moon flask" was produced by Minton(s), a famous English pottery company. The rounded flask with two gold-toned handles features a bold, intricate pattern of red and white floral motifs against a white background. The flask, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the intricate artistry of 19th-century English ceramics, showcasing the influence of Japanese aesthetics on European design.