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A Portmeirion ‘Botanic Garden’ ‘Christmas Rose’ pitcher and basin set, crafted from white ceramic, likely porcelain. The set is adorned with vibrant, detailed, and naturalistic botanical illustrations featuring “HELLEBORUS NIGER” (Black Hellebore or Christmas Rose) and various butterflies. The basin’s base bears the maker’s mark “THE BOTANIC GARDEN” by “PORTMEIRION, ENGLAND,” designed by “SUSAN WILLIAMS-ELLIS” and dated “1972,” referencing “circa 1818” for the botanical motif. The mark also indicates the items are “MICROWAVE SAFE,” “DISHWASHER PROOF,” “OVEN TO TABLE,” and “FREEZER.”
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