Minton Majolica Continents Americas & Africa Jardiniere

Victorian, circa 1867. 15.4ins high, 14.6ins wide, 14.6ins depth. Minton Majolica jardinière which features four relief molded panels around the body, two with a female head in profile representing 'The Americas' and 'Africa', the other two with ring handles bound with green ribbon.

Colouration: ochre, cobalt blue, green, are predominant.

 

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This piece would have been one of a pair of jardinieres, together representing 'The Four Continents'.

Book reference ,'Majolica A complete History and illustrated Survey' by Karmason & Stacke, page 38

Condition

CONDITION: Good. No restoration.

Chip to bottom rim.

Wear to the high points of the molding.

Some slight usage wear to the interior.

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