Minton Majolica Cellini Ewer Jug

Victorian, circa 1859. 13.4ins high, 4.7ins wide, 4.3ins depth. Minton Majolica ewer with a mythological theme which features putti, birds and vine fruits.

The ewer has a tapered neck, with mask head and Sphinx handle.

Sits on circular fluted foot.

Colouration: brown, green, blue, are predominant.

Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year 1859.

A matching stand for this ewer does exist.

Cellini refers to the very famous 16th Century Italian, Benvenuto Cellini, who is renowned for originally designing this classic style of ewer.

Condition

CONDITION: Good. RESTORATION. Filled chip to Sphinx wing.

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