The outside of the shallow bowl has bee engraved at a later date with a coat of arms, and the inscription 'J.Worth to the Parish of St Agnes'. In the centre of the bowl is the bust of a lady within a repousse border. Maker's mark; possibly a lizard.
More information
Title of artwork, date
St Agnes Tazza, 1579
Date supported
1973
Medium and material
Parcel gilt
Dimensions
12 x 15 cm
Grant
2000
Total cost
16000
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