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For sale is an exceptionally rare, highly collectible, first-edition Halcyon Days Bilston & Battersea Enamels \"The Tyger\" Bonbonnière. Inspired by William Blake’s iconic 1794 poem, this exquisite piece dates precisely to the early 1970s revival period, making it a highly sought-after pre-Royal Warrant release.
This is a premium connoisseur piece featuring intricate, labor-intensive multi-surface decorations that are rarely seen on standard vintage enamel boxes.• The Lid: Features a beautifully sculpted, three-dimensional figural tiger resting on hand-painted grass.• The Interior Floor: Secretly reveals a stunning, hidden scene of the tiger walking through rushes.
• The Underside Base: Hand-inscribed with the complete, classic opening stanza of William Blake\'s famous poem, \"Tyger, Tyger, burning bright...\"
• The Provenance Stamps: The inside lid features the coveted original square Halcyon Days black ink backstamp alongside the hand-painted initials \"AT\", verifying it was decorated by a master Bilston revival artisan.• Excellent condition. No chips, hairline fractures, cracks to the vitreous enamel.• Please note: The original presentation box is not included, but the item will be meticulously wrapped in acid-free tissue paper and heavily bubble-wrapped for safe transit.
