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 .