A striking Royal Worcester 'Shot enamel' vase. 1897. Of tapering ovoid form with a narrow trumpet neck and a conforming pedestal both moulded with neo-classical elements, lappets and an extended pendant collar in orange and green 'Shot' colours in low relief, the body in modulating purple tones and decorated with trailing gilt and enamel paste roses and other flora; with puce backstamp underside, design and registration numbers. Height 24 cm