Friday, May 9, 2008

Friday Show and Tell – Vintage Shell Planter


Show and Tell

Show and tell Friday is hosted by Kelli at There is No Place Like Home.

For today’s post, I would like to share an item I bought in March from a local consignment shop. It is a vintage planter in form of a double shell. It is in tones of pink with gilt embellishment. On the bottom it is marked "Royal Fenton/[crown mark]/ Genuine/ Fenton Ware/ Staffordshire/ England. Incised in the pottery are the words, "WILTON/ SHELL/ ENGLAND."





I enjoy real sea shells as well as things with shell form or pattern. This planter, or vase, fits with my few pieces of Fitz and Floyd "Oceana" items. I have salt and pepper shakers and a small open container. They are in the living room curio cabinet.



I think I may use the planter as a centerpiece along with the "Oceana" pieces.

I hope you enjoyed seeing my vintage planter. To visit other Show and Tell posts, please go to Kelli’s. Thank you for coming by. Please leave a comment and do come again soon.
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17 comments:

  1. MuumMay 9, 2008 at 12:26 AM

    That is unique. How old do you think it is? I like your 'Oceana' pieces.

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  2. MarthaMay 9, 2008 at 12:31 AM

    What a unique planter. I think I remember my grandma having one similar to that - but not sure. I really like it - thanks for sharing.

    Blessings,
    ~Martie

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  3. SusieMay 9, 2008 at 1:18 AM

    I love the colors of the planter. I have those same tones in my china!
    :)

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  4. Hootin AnniMay 9, 2008 at 6:39 AM

    Absolutely stunning. Love the colors.


    My show n tell in honor of mother's this weekend, is some of my mom's antique cooking implements.

    Happy Friday!!!

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  5. Simply Heart And HomeMay 9, 2008 at 8:41 AM

    Those are simply beautiful. The colors are so peaceful. I'm sure they will make a lovely centerpiece!

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  6. LBPMay 9, 2008 at 2:22 PM

    I have never seen anything like them! Cool!

    Blessings

    Linda

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  7. LBPMay 9, 2008 at 2:23 PM

    I have never seen anything like them! Cool!

    Blessings

    Linda

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  8. ConstanceMay 9, 2008 at 6:37 PM

    How awesome that they coordinate with your F&F too! Veru pretty!
    Connie

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  9. AnonymousMay 9, 2008 at 11:08 PM

    I bet you don't come across these often! It's amazing they matched so well. "See" you next week.

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  10. AnonymousMay 9, 2008 at 11:28 PM

    I have seen shell motifs on many things, but this is the first I have seen them as salt and pepper shakers and centerpieces. What rich detail!

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  11. Yellow Rose ArborMay 9, 2008 at 11:33 PM

    What an unusual shell planter! You have a nice collection of shells, and they looks good together.

    What are the roses in the background?

    Katherine

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  12. on the ROCKSMay 10, 2008 at 8:55 AM

    It does match your Fitz and Floyd perfectly. What a sweet collection.

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  13. AnitaMay 10, 2008 at 9:31 AM

    Oh, Carrie! they are all so pretty! Such gorgeous colors...
    Do you know anything about the planter?

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  14. LidianMay 10, 2008 at 8:04 PM

    Those are really beautiful, Carrie. They look lovely together.

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  15. Smart Living TodayMay 10, 2008 at 9:32 PM

    Oh, wow! I have never seen planters like this! How beautiful and unique. I LOVE unique.
    Great blog!
    Peggy

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  16. KelliMay 11, 2008 at 5:52 PM

    It's just beautiful! I love the soft colors!
    ~Kelli

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  17. kari and kijsaMay 12, 2008 at 12:20 AM

    Happy Mother's Day! Hope you had a wonderful day with your family.

    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

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