Royal Doulton Toby Jug - Rare Series

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1920: item #69638
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An early and rare series toby jug by Royal Doulton of England. This mug depicts in marvelous detail a wealthy English gentleman drinking in a pub. On the reverse is a saying by BURNS that reads "HERE'S A HEALTH TO THEM THAT'S AWA." The colors are crisp and make him appear very life like. Fully signed on the base and in excellent condition. 5 Inches High by 6 in Wide at base. A super addition to any collection.

Med Blue Well & Tree Platter, 1820's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1837 VR: item #68200
TBH29

Impressive medium blue tranferware well and tree platter with ruins rising from a rich blue landscape. Hop vine border.
The pattern often referred to as "Italian Ruins" is sometimes attributed to Minton.

Length 20 1/2 in.... Click for details

Adams "Palestine" Toddy Plate 1830's-60's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1900: item #66625
TBP75

A tribute to its popularity, Palestine is one of the few early transfer patterns one can collect by pattern. However, the red border, green center variant is not encountered very often.

Diameter 5 7/8 in.
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"Palmyra" or "Ionic" Platter, Mid 19th C.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1900: item #66479
TBI03

Imaginary harbor scene with oak border. This pattern was offered by Wood and Brownfield (1838-50) under the name "Palmyra" and by Clementson & Young (1845-47) as "Ionic". The shape and weight of the ironstone body could indicate either.

Width 17 1/2 in.
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Blue Ridgway "Eglinton" Jug, 1840's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1900: item #66235
CCL98

This molded stoneware jug is one of our favorite "souvenirs" of the Gothic revival. A tribute to the great Eglinton tournament, two knights charge at each other from opposite sides of this little jug, their lances separated by a "pavilion" in the middle under the spout.

Lord Eglinton threw his tournament in 1838--a chance for nobles to show ... Click for details

Lustre Decorated Pearlware Jug--Vine,1820's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1837 VR: item #66234
CCM95

Strong lustre and enamel accents characterize this bold rustic style jug with vines clinging to tree bark. Staffordshire region attribution.

This molded form turns up with different enamel and lustre decoration--looking like a totally different pattern. A good lesson about the role of the decorator!... Click for details

Wedgwood Dark Olive Jasper Dip Mug, 1891-1908

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1900: item #59535
CCN72

Classical figures surround the straight-sided cylinder form.

Height 5 1/4 in.

Mark: Impressed WEDGWOOD ENGLAND
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Alphabet Plate--Train

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1920: item #58078
TBL81

An early steam train emerges from a tunnel; brown transfer scene has received generous polychrome highlighting. The "Train" subject speaks to the fascination of the age with the wonders of technology. Raised ABC border.

The enamel palette, the weight of the body and general potting are all similar to products-- often unmarked--which M. Chala... Click for details

Pair Staffordshire Pottery Whippet Figures

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Pottery Pre 1900: item #53054

Rare pair of Staffordshire earthenware figurines of whippets. Each dog poses over a rabbit he has brought to the master of the hunt. The cushion bases are decorated with a simple gilt line.

Origin: England, circa 1850. Condition: excellent, a tiny bit of glaze roughness on the tip of one nose, blacklight examination indicates no repairs or repainting. Size: 3-7/8" tall.

Staffordshire Cup/Saucer - English Circa 1825

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1837 VR: item #51560
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Early 19th century, cobalt blue English Nanking transfer design. Exceptionally fine cup (2 1/4" h x 3 1/2") and saucer(1"h x 4 5/8w), soft paste, unmarked Staffordshire, circa 1825. Excellent condition. Hardly any wear to gilt and no chips, cracks or repairs. Buyer may have seven days to examine. Worldwide shipping at cost.