Minton Majolica Lily Pad Teacup & Saucer

Victorian, circa 1872. 2.4ins high, 5.6ins wide, 5.6ins depth. Minton Majolica cup & saucer which features lily pads. Light pink ground version. Colouration: pink, green, ochre, are predominant.

The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. English diamond registration mark for the date 05/04/1872. Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year 1872.

 

Condition

CONDITION: Cup: Good. No restoration. KILN EFFECTS: flecks of stray coloured glaze to exterior;

stained crazing to interior;

thin glaze application in places.

Saucer: Good. Wear to the high points of the molding.

KILN EFFECTS: notable crazing;

glaze run to the ochre glazes.

RESTORATION. Retouched bruise to rim.

 

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