On offer is this antique egg keeper " hen on a nest " 2 part ceramic dish .
A brown painted basketweave base that measures 9 1/4" by 7"
Small hairline to center and small chips under base rim ( see photos )
The top is the chicken , laying down pose .
Most paint worn off from use and age , Highly detailed matt china ( bisque )
Together - 7 3/4" tall ( max )
Possibly from central England .
The English keep their chicken eggs on the counter , rather than the refrigerator .