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Royal Crown Derby Old Imari Pattern 1128 Bone China Footed Toothpick Holder - A miniature bone china toothpick holder or small vase of cylindrical form manufactured by Royal Crown Derby. The exterior is decorated in the traditional Old Imari pattern, number 1128, consisting of three panels with stylised floral motifs in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze iron red, separated by vertical geometric borders. The piece features hand-applied 22 carat gold gilding to the rim, interior lip, and borders. The vessel is supported by four gilded, moulded ball feet. The base bears a red printed maker mark including the words ROYAL CROWN DERBY in an arc above a crown and interlaced monogram, with MADE IN ENGLAND and (BONE CHINA) below. Height: Approximately 6.5 cm.