19th Century Pottery

These black terra cotta vessels, handmade in the Carpathian region, exhibit an earthy, timeworn finish and subtle variations in shape and decoration. Each pot is formed with a wide b...

This most unusual and very pleasing majolica pottery figure was made in Germany or Austria circa 1880 and it depicts a happy rosy cheeked gnome lying down on his front with his head...

Inscribed on jug are the words - CUMING SMITH & MTLYFLL FAMERS FERTILISERS LTD

This rare early 19th-century cheese strainer is a beautiful example of traditional French rural pottery. Handcrafted in terracotta, it features a rich honey-brown glaze on the interior and rim, contrasting with the natural, unglazed base on the outside. The piece is instantly recognizable by its unique form: a wide, shallow basin with a raised central platform, designed to separate whey from curd during the cheese-making process. The slight lip on the rim and the central pedestal are both functional and decorative, reflecting the artisanal know-how of the period. This antique strainer...

19th C French confit pot. 1890. Has some historical damage. Dimensions: 12.5 inches (32 cms) High 11.5 inches (29 cms) Diameter.  

Monumental Staffordshire Pearlware Figure: "Ceres" (Goddess of Plenty) on Marbled Plinth (c. 1815) A magnificent, museum-quality Staffordshire pearlware figure of exceptional scale, standing over 20 inches tall. Modeled circa 1815, this figure depicts Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, often serving as the allegorical representation of "Plenty" or "Summer." The figure is modeled with classical grace, wearing a striking canary-yellow toga draped over a lilac tunic patterned with delicate black floral sprigs. She holds her traditional attributes: in her right hand, a large cornucopia...

This very stylish Doulton Burslem pottery ewer is of a very rare and unusual design which is heavily influenced by a Middle Eastern Persian style. The body is almost pear shaped and ...

This is a very good coffee can and saucer/dish DUO made from stone China ( ironstone) by SPODE in the English Georgian period, circa 1820. Both pieces are beautifully hand decorat...

A fine antique Staffordshire pottery Toby Jug. In the form of a seated, smiling man holding a jug. The man's tricorn hat serves as a lid, and an inte...

Antique Stoneware Two Gallon Crock with Cobalt Blue Slip Trailed Floral Design. Circa Mid 19th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 10" W x 9.25" D.

Japanese Meiji satsuma covered scenic jar. Very detailed hand gilding and hand decoration. Maker's mark present on the bottom .

19Thc Sponge ware mush cup & saucer set in mint condition.We have others in stock if you want to buy a group of four or six !!! Great xmas gift !

This antique French terracotta cruche dates from the 19th century, and would have once been used to store and transport olive or walnut oil, or to keep drinking water fresh and cool....

19th C decorated salt glazed crock with floral motif.

Herculaneum Creamware Yellow-Ground Openwork Dessert Dishes, Pair Circa 1810–1815 This pair of English creamware dessert dishes, very probably made by the Herculaneum Pottery in Liv...

Large imposing 19th Century Italian capasone Jar with glorious burnt ochre part glaze to the top.  Originally used to store olive oil.  This large jar makes a statement in any loca...

19th century salt glaze sponge ware mixing or serving bowl in pottery and in mint condition. Great size for shelf or table. This was found in M...

This is a good example of a very early 19th century Pearlware Chestnut Basket in the "Blue Willow" transfer pattern. Creamware was invented during the second half of the 18th century and reached its height of popularity c.1810. Chestnut baskets were common serving pieces in 18th and 19th century households. Period antique Chestnut basket...

This is a good stone China (Ironstone) Desert Plate, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Copeland (Spode) factory in the 19th century, English Victoria...

Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence called : Orjol du Lauragais. Beautiful weathered yellow glaze. Imperfections help authent...

Wonderful weathered glazed earthenware jug from the south of France., France, circa 1850-1900. Despite of its age in a good condition.

Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was an utilitarian type...

This super rare 19thc Sponge ware pottery coffee canister is in very good condition.We have only ever seen one other like this before.

A charming and authentic ceramic water pitcher, or 'cruche', with top handle and lid, made of ochre-glazed terracotta earthenware. Originally a p...

This is a 19th century English neo-classical style staffordshire biscuit jar. It is marked and in very good antique condition.

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.

This charming 19th century French water jar is a beautiful example of traditional Provençal pottery, distinguished by its vivid green glaze and distinctive regional silhouette. Hand-...

Pair of antique English stoneware 6 gallon barrels, marked Gin & Brandy above heraldic devices and incised #6. Both with unstopped lower spouts and ringed form. Dimensions: 13 1/...

This is a finely hand painted Stone China ( Ironstone) Plate or Dish made by John Turner of Lane End, Staffordshire very early in the 19th Century, Circa 1800 to 1806. The piece is ...

Wonderful deep indigo blue and white 19th century spongeware serving plate in great condition. This pottery is from PA.  

An antique Spanish cooking terracotta lidded handled jar from the 19th Century with a weathered patina. This kind of pottery was used in Europe during centuries to cook on the fire...

This is a beautiful pair of deep plates or Soup Bowls in the blue and white Rome or Tiber Pattern, produced by the Spode factory and made of a type of earthenware pottery called Pear...

Large imposing 19th Century Italian capasone jar with glorious burnt ochre part glaze to the top.  Originally used to store olive oil.  This large jar makes a statement in any loca...

This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian pe...

This is a good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can made by the SPODE factory in the early 19th Century, circa 1820. The coffee can is well potted with cylindrical shape and a loop handle with the distinctive Spode kink to it. The piece is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the chinoiserie Kakiemon style, pattern number 2117. It has the Spode Stone China blue printed...

An English majolica plate, The Flying Crane, by Joseph Holdcroft, Circa 1870. Designed in the Aesthetic Japonisme taste, the crane is centered on a turquoise pebbled ground with a border of prunus, or pink Dogwood branches stemming from the brown branch form rim. Showing the unusual green glazing on the verso, distinctive to Holdcroft majolica. Book reference,’The Collectors Encyclopedia of Majolica’ by Mariann Katz-Marks, page 95. Joseph Holdcroft held several patents for the production of earthenware. He was employed by Minton where he became proficient in the manufacture of majolica. Holdcroft established the Sunderland Pottery...

Victorian Majolica “Three-Legged Sailor” Teapot, Attributed to William Brownfield & Sons, c. 1880 Dimensions: 9" H × 7" W × 5" D This rare and engaging Victorian majolica teapot...

A rare and impressive antique Staffordshire pottery bull-baiting figure group by Obadiah Sherratt and dating from around 1820. The pottery group stands raised on a rectangular shaped...

Antique Chinese Green Blue glazed Shiwan pottery teapot dates to China’s Kuang Hsu Dynasty and is of the late 19th century. The vibrant teal-green glaze pot...

This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) Deep Desert Plate or Saucer Dish, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th centu...

This is a very decorative, Imperial Stone China (ironstone), large deep plate or soup bowl by John Ridgway, dating to the William IV period of the...

Circa 1850s Gaudy Welsh Swansea Cottage Tulip Pattern Tea Pot, English, Staffordshire District. A handsome example of this popular Gaudy Welsh pattern. Transluscent china body. Molde...

Spode Neo-classical Greek pattern blue printed hot water dishes, Zeus in his Chariot, A pair, Early 19th century (We have five in all-two pairs and a single) The Spode pottery...

This handmade and painted butter crock was found in Pennsylvania and is in good condition with the exception of the old repairs to the lid. The base has n...

This exceptional antique French pottery bowl is a stunning example of rustic craftsmanship and timeless design. Measuring an impressive 53 cm in diameter and 25 cm in height, this la...

A fine, antique faience figural sweetmeat stand marked for Veuve Perrin. Five sweetmeat cups rest on figural Intertwined branches and are supported by ...

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.

A fine pair of 19th century English Spongeware pottery plates. Both plates with green & blue painted decoration that appears to have been dabbed or spread with a sponge, hence the name spongeware. One of the plates has some overpaint and is more brightly decorated than its mate. Simply a great pair of 19th century Staffordshire spongeware plates...

Antique 19th Century Pot with Handle in Richly Patinated Copper. Wonderful antique copper pot with handle. Beautiful patina and color - and just look at the magnificent way this pot...

A Royal Doulton Lambeth. Gothic Revival. A comical Jug depicting a monk in three scenes eating his dinner and getting rather drunk The first sce...

Aesthetic Movement black framed 5 sepia tile panel Depicting nursery rhymes: Humpty Dumpty, Bo Peep, See Saw Mary, Mary Little Jack Horner Tile designs by John Moyr Smith ...

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century.  

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.

A petite and very charming half-glazed water cruche, with side and top handle, spout and original lid. It would have originally been used to transport water to workers in the farm fi...

Antique English Pancheon Bowl, made from Earthenware (from red or buff clay) Farmhouse Dairy Bowl, typically used to allow the milk to separate from the ...

A French fired clay and green glazed pottery heater from the 19th century with lid, large handle and petite holes at the top. This 19th-century French fired clay and green glazed pot...

Original hand decorated stoneware jug with folky exaggerated bird. Great condition. Glaze drip on the sides. This jug is a rare treat and has amazing wear from age and use. Letteri...

Set of three antique Victorian blue and white jugs by the prestigious Samuel Alcock having shaped tops and handles decorated with trees and gentlemen riding camels in the desert. ...

Super art pottery bowl in Chinese style. Wonderful simplicity and color. Factory mark of Bretby, England on the underside. Free shipping  

This is a rare and early stone China (Ironstone) mug which dates to the George 111 period, circa 1815 made by the Davenport factory of Longport, Staffordshire Potteries, England. The mug is straight sided similar to a coffee can and has a loop handle with an upper thumb rest. The pattern is number "659", which is one of Davenport's very few chinoiserie patterns. The bold pattern features striking polychrome enamels of rocks and different flowers all in the Chinoiserie style, hand painted over-glaze in different colours over an under-glaze blue printed outline. The pattern is embellished with good hand gilding. There is also a deep border pattern to the inside rim which replicates the outer mug pattern with sprigs of hand painted flowers. The mark on the base of the mug is Godden's 1183, a blue printed DAVENPORT STONE CHINA...