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A57 ('A' Series / Kerryl) Palm tree mantel vase.

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Does this shape appear in other series? No.

A replica of Beswick design no.1269 (see below).

Compare with 'A' Series/Kerryl A60 from the same Beswick 'Palm Tree' series.

Height; 15.5 cm

Impressed to base

Beswick England 1269

Stamped

Beswick Ware, Made in England

Beswick's popular 'Palm Tree' series was designed by Albert Hallam and produced from 1953 until the mid-1960s. This shape is often referred to as 'Palm tree and drums' but the 'drums' more likely represent large earthenware pots.

Shape book 'A' (back)

Collection; Maria & Stan Koba

Base has A57 moulded in raised relief, and a pencilled price 14/6 (ie 14 shillings and sixpence)