Minton Majolica Nautilus Shell Flower Pot

Object Description

Minton Majolica flower pot (jardiniere) which features a nautilus shell on a coral-like base which is draped in seaweed. Colouration: turquoise, green, magenta, are predominant. The piece bears maker’s marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, ‘437’. Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year 1876.

Object Condition

Good. A couple of small marks in the glaze near the handle. Tiny inconspicuous flake to rim. RESTORATION. Stabilised and retouched hairlines to the rim.

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