Minton majolica vase supported by three mermen

Victorian, circa 1859. 16.7ins high, 11.8ins wide, 11.8ins depth. Minton Majolica vase which features 3 mermen supporting a shell vase. Minton blue ground version. Colouration: cobalt blue, green, cream, are predominant.













The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year 1859.



Book reference ,'Victorian Majolica' by Leslie Bockol, page 60.

Condition

Generally good. Hairline to base edge.



Small flake to one shell.



KILN EFFECTS: piece of kiln detritus caught inside causing piece to rattle; glaze miss to the interior;



shrinkage line to one tail.



RESTORATION: All three heads reglued and joins retouched.













Stabilised and retouched crack to chest of one.



Filled chip to rim.




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