Antique Kiln-fired Enamel Box, Large and Superb. Sea & Ships 1700s Themes carafe The guard chain even remains

The guard chain even remains on this one (or was added at some point in time)

800 (nearly sterling) silver 2" napkin ring

it's also priced accordingly for those small imperfections

or displayed in the leather case with silk velvet interior - you'll decide

Antique Kiln-fired Enamel Box, Large and Superb. Sea & Ships 1700s Themes carafe The guard chain even remainsI'm not sure if this one is Bilston or perhaps a French Enamel, but perhaps someone of you who recognizes that signature mark can let us know via email and we'll then annotate our listing. What I can tell you is it's definitely 1800s or earlier, and is a real work of art. The ships and seafaring genre scenes that encase the entire casket and lid are fabulous. The tall ships and sails, the costumes and scenes of 1700s life surround it. My guestimate