I have tried for a long time to find anything out about this milk cup. I have four of them, I believe they are from the 1940's or 1950's. On the bottom of the cup it says pat pending. If you could tell me anything about this item I would really appreciate it. Thank you!
this metal tray is black and is painted with flowers and peacocks in a kind of Dutch flower painting style. Dark yet colorful. The trim of the tray is painted in gold with leaves and raspberries. artist has signed the back, painted by Bella Johnston..no date.
In researching John Robert Boultbee, I know he was famous as an artist and teacher, starting a trend painting farm animals. He produced many paintings throughout the late 1700's. I believe the largest collection of Boultbee paintings makes its home at a horse racing/breeding facility in England. I also was made aware that the last Boultbee painting sold at aution at Sotheby's, apprx. 1982, was SMALLER than my painting as sold for well over $80,000.00. If anyone has information regarding this beauty, please contact me.