Portmeirion Botanic Garden Wall Clock - Daisy Bellis perennis

Ceramic wall clock from the iconic Botanic Garden series by Portmeirion, made in England. This piece features the central botanical illustration of the common daisy (Bellis perennis), accompanied by insects and the signature laurel leaf border, an original design by Susan Williams-Ellis.

Object History:
The Botanic Garden collection was launched in 1972 and transformed British ceramics by integrating realistic illustrations taken from 19th-century botanical manuals. Portmeirion established itself as a benchmark for high-quality earthenware, combining domestic functionality with academic and scientific aesthetics.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique: Glazed earthenware with transfer decoration
- Diameter: 27 cm (10.6 inches)
- Depth: 4 cm (1.6 inches)
- Material: Ceramic, quartz movement, and metal hands
- Operation: Quartz mechanism powered by one AA battery (not included). The clock has been tested and maintains time accuracy.
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The ceramic body shows no cracks, chips, or signs of crazing. The pigments of the decoration remain sharp.

This object represents significant value for collectors of the Portmeirion brand and is suitable for interior decoration with an English country accent or Shabby Chic style.