Minton Majolica Christmas Charger

Victorian, circa 1859. 15.7ins high, 15.7ins wide, 2ins depth.

Minton Majolica charger, made for the Crystal Palace Art Union, which features a Christmas rose surrounded by mistletoe.

The rim pierced with panels of holly. Putti performing festive activities: one cooking a goose, another warming his hands before a fire.

Colouration: brown, green, violet, are predominant.

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

Condition

Good. No restoration. Light scratches from use.

KILN EFFECTS: glaze miss to two scroll ends.