George Jones Majolica America Bison Compote

Victorian, circa 1872. 10.2ins high, 10.4ins wide, 10.4ins depth. George Jones Majolica compote which features two buffalo (American bison), one stood on one side and one recumbent on the other.

A prairie dog stood upright on it's hind legs.

All sit underneath a tree, which forms the bowl of the piece.

Lightly impressed, 'AMERICA' to the side of the foot.

Colouration: green, brown, turquoise, are predominant.

This piece represents the continent of America. It is one of a set of compotes by George Jones in the 'Continents’ series.

English diamond registration mark for the date 16/02/1872.

Condition

CONDITION: Good. RESTORATION. Two filled chips to the rim.

Filled chip to ear to each bison.

Filled chip to end of tail of standing bison.

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