Jardiniere
Minton's Ltd (Minton and Co.)
Category
Ceramics
Date
1870
Materials
Ceramic
Measurements
360 x 444 mm; 409 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Staffordshire
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 11116.2
Caption
Large pieces, often elaborately moulded with naturalistic or classical motif, were meant for use in conservatories or entrance halls. The bright colours were achieved using first a tin enamel to create a white surface which is then painted on and covered with a transparent glaze.
Summary
One of a pair of large Minton Majolica jardinières, c.1870, of ogee form with scroll handles. Moulded with fox gloves and ferns in high relief, they are painted in colours on an ivory ground, the interior painted blue.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Minton's Ltd (Minton and Co.) , potter