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Mid 19th Century English Staffordshire Minton Pattern Platter
Mid 19th Century English Staffordshire Minton Pattern Platter

Mid 19th Century English Staffordshire Minton Pattern Platter

By Minton

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Minton pattern Well & Tree of Life platter, English, Staffordshire, marked "New Stone" & BB (Best

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Ceramic

Minton Majolica Planter
Minton Majolica Planter

Minton Majolica Planter

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

Large Minton Majolica planter in turquoise designed in a basketweave pattern with a large tied bow

Category

Early 20th Century European Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Pigeon Pie Tureen
Minton Pigeon Pie Tureen

Minton Pigeon Pie Tureen

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

. In mint condition with strong Majolica colors and deep turquoise interior. Impressed: Minton. Pattern

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19th Century English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Antique Porcelain Chinoiserie Plate Hand Painted by Minton England Circa 1810
Antique Porcelain Chinoiserie Plate Hand Painted by Minton England Circa 1810

Antique Porcelain Chinoiserie Plate Hand Painted by Minton England Circa 1810

By Minton

Located in Katonah, NY

for chinoiserie throughout Europe. For an image of an item from this Minton pattern labeled 1805-1810

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 8 Mintons Porcelain Thickly Gilt Pâte-sur-pâte Luncheon Plates by Albion
Set of 8 Mintons Porcelain Thickly Gilt Pâte-sur-pâte Luncheon Plates by Albion

Set of 8 Mintons Porcelain Thickly Gilt Pâte-sur-pâte Luncheon Plates by Albion

By Minton, Albion Birks

Located in Philadelphia, PA

surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Mintons Pattern

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Late 19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Mintons Blue Willow Pattern Large Jardiniere
Mintons Blue Willow Pattern Large Jardiniere

Mintons Blue Willow Pattern Large Jardiniere

By Minton

Located in Mobile, AL

Thomas Minton is believed to have created the famous Blue Willow Pattern and sold the original

Category

1890s British Late Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Pottery

Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Patterned Tiles
Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Patterned Tiles

Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Patterned Tiles

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A stunning set of nine 6-inch encaustic patterned tiles by Minton & Co, Stoke-on Trent (stamped

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Floral Patterned Tiles
Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Floral Patterned Tiles

Set of 9 Minton & Co. Encaustic Floral Patterned Tiles

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A stunning set of nine 6-inch encaustic floral patterned tiles by Minton & Co, Stoke-on Trent

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Antique Minton’s Lidded Vegetable Dish in Montrose Pattern, 19th Century
Antique Minton’s Lidded Vegetable Dish in Montrose Pattern, 19th Century

Antique Minton’s Lidded Vegetable Dish in Montrose Pattern, 19th Century

By Minton

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

renowned Minton’s pottery in Stoke-on-Trent, England, during the late 19th century. The piece is part of

Category

19th Century English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair Rare Antique English Minton Ironstone Amherst Japan Pattern Dessert Dishes
Pair Rare Antique English Minton Ironstone Amherst Japan Pattern Dessert Dishes

Pair Rare Antique English Minton Ironstone Amherst Japan Pattern Dessert Dishes

By Minton

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare pair of Antique English Minton ironstone (earthenware) hand decorated "Amherst Japan" pattern

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Earthenware, Ironstone

Fine Georgian period Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Pattern 641, Circa 1805
Fine Georgian period Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Pattern 641, Circa 1805

Fine Georgian period Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Pattern 641, Circa 1805

By Minton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

well potted with a ring handle. It is finely hand decorated in Minton's recorded Pattern Number 641

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Bone China Porcelain Botanical Specimen Plate of a Rose, Pattern #9762
Minton Bone China Porcelain Botanical Specimen Plate of a Rose, Pattern #9762

Minton Bone China Porcelain Botanical Specimen Plate of a Rose, Pattern #9762

By Minton

Located in Downingtown, PA

Minton Bone China porcelain botanical specimen plate of a rose, Pattern #9762, circa 1850 The

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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

George 111 Early Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted  Pattern 76, Ca 1805
George 111 Early Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted  Pattern 76, Ca 1805

George 111 Early Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted Pattern 76, Ca 1805

By Minton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

well potted with a ring handle. It is finely hand decorated in Minton's recorded Pattern Number 76

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

George 111 Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted in Pattern 791, Ca 1805
George 111 Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted in Pattern 791, Ca 1805

George 111 Minton Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted in Pattern 791, Ca 1805

By Minton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

well potted with a ring handle. It is finely hand decorated in Minton's recorded Pattern Number 791

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Majolica Asparagus Server
Minton Majolica Asparagus Server

Minton Majolica Asparagus Server

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1349'. Marks

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1880s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Fantail Pigeon Vase
Minton Majolica Fantail Pigeon Vase

Minton Majolica Fantail Pigeon Vase

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1482'. Marks include a factory

Category

1870s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Set of 13 Minton Dinner Plates Soft Blue Green Raised Paste Gold Leaf Pattern
Set of 13 Minton Dinner Plates Soft Blue Green Raised Paste Gold Leaf Pattern

Set of 13 Minton Dinner Plates Soft Blue Green Raised Paste Gold Leaf Pattern

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This set of 13 Minton dinner plates feature the iconic "Eau de Nils" enamel border which

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Sarreguemines Porcelain Minton Tea/Coffee Set, End 19th C.
Sarreguemines Porcelain Minton Tea/Coffee Set, End 19th C.

Sarreguemines Porcelain Minton Tea/Coffee Set, End 19th C.

By Sarreguemines

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

This beautiful Minton-pattern tea and coffee set by Sarreguemines captures the charm and elegance

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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Majolica Pigeon Centrepiece Bowl
Minton Majolica Pigeon Centrepiece Bowl

Minton Majolica Pigeon Centrepiece Bowl

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '874'.

Category

1870s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Putti Figural Bowl
Minton Majolica Putti Figural Bowl

Minton Majolica Putti Figural Bowl

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica figural bowl which features putti holding leafy garlands, supporting the bowl

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Earthenware

Minton Majolica Boy and Dolphin Salt
Minton Majolica Boy and Dolphin Salt

Minton Majolica Boy and Dolphin Salt

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '187'.

Category

1860s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder
Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder

Minton Majolica Shell Flower Holder

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica flower holder which features a scallop shell supported by seaweed on a rocky base

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1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer
Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer

Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

, brown, cream, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Rare Minton Majolica Chinese Drummers Vase
Rare Minton Majolica Chinese Drummers Vase

Rare Minton Majolica Chinese Drummers Vase

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1896'.

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Large Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher
Large Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher

Large Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

, white, dark pink, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern

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1870s English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Nautilus Shell Flower Pot
Minton Majolica Nautilus Shell Flower Pot

Minton Majolica Nautilus Shell Flower Pot

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '437'. Marks include a factory specific date

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Acorn and Snail Jug/pitcher
Minton Majolica Acorn and Snail Jug/pitcher

Minton Majolica Acorn and Snail Jug/pitcher

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica jug/pitcher which features oak leaves and acorns to the sides and a snail to the

Category

1860s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Large Victorian Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher
Large Victorian Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher

Large Victorian Minton Majolica Lily Jug/Pitcher

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

, white, dark pink, are predominant. The piece bears maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern

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1860s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Pair of Minton Majolica Spring Daffodil Vases
Pair of Minton Majolica Spring Daffodil Vases

Pair of Minton Majolica Spring Daffodil Vases

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1200'. Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year

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1860s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders
Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders

Pair of Minton Majolica Dove Flower Holders

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1501'. English diamond registration mark

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1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Cream Jug with Snail Handle
Minton Majolica Cream Jug with Snail Handle

Minton Majolica Cream Jug with Snail Handle

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '642'. Marks include a factory specific date

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Triton and Shell Serving Dish
Minton Majolica Triton and Shell Serving Dish

Minton Majolica Triton and Shell Serving Dish

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica serving dish which features a triton balancing a shell on his fish tail. Coloration

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1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica 'Naturalist' Jardiniere by W.S Coleman
Minton Majolica 'Naturalist' Jardiniere by W.S Coleman

Minton Majolica 'Naturalist' Jardiniere by W.S Coleman

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

maker's marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '1445'. Marks include a factory specific

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Earthenware

Set of 9 Reclaimed Minton & Co Gothic Encaustic Tiles
Set of 9 Reclaimed Minton & Co Gothic Encaustic Tiles

Set of 9 Reclaimed Minton & Co Gothic Encaustic Tiles

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

enhance the beauty of these striking patterned tiles. Minton & Co. To this day, Minton & Co. are

Category

Mid-19th Century English Gothic Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Victorian Minton Majolica Oak Jug/Pitcher with Snail Handle
Victorian Minton Majolica Oak Jug/Pitcher with Snail Handle

Victorian Minton Majolica Oak Jug/Pitcher with Snail Handle

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica jug/pitcher which features oak leaves and acorns to the sides and a snail to the

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1860s English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Set of 9 Antique Gothic Encaustic Tiles by Minton & Co
Set of 9 Antique Gothic Encaustic Tiles by Minton & Co

Set of 9 Antique Gothic Encaustic Tiles by Minton & Co

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

enhance the beauty of these striking patterned tiles. Minton & Co. To this day, Minton & Co. are

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Mid-19th Century English Gothic Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Festive Victorian Minton Majolica Game Pie Dish with Gun Dog
Festive Victorian Minton Majolica Game Pie Dish with Gun Dog

Festive Victorian Minton Majolica Game Pie Dish with Gun Dog

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

marks for the Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '964'. Marks include a factory specific date

Category

1860s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Dessert Service, Inverted Shell White with Monochrome Flowers, ca 1830
Minton Dessert Service, Inverted Shell White with Monochrome Flowers, ca 1830

Minton Dessert Service, Inverted Shell White with Monochrome Flowers, ca 1830

By Minton

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning dessert service made by Minton probably around the year 1830, in their "second

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1830s English Rococo Revival Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874
Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874

Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874

By Minton

Located in Katonah, NY

** - Rare Minton “Florentine” pattern registered in 1874 - Mythical griffins, Renaissance scrollwork, and

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1870s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Ironstone

19th Century Set of 7 English Porcelain Tea Cups & Saucers, 6 Signed Minton
19th Century Set of 7 English Porcelain Tea Cups & Saucers, 6 Signed Minton

19th Century Set of 7 English Porcelain Tea Cups & Saucers, 6 Signed Minton

By Minton

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

underside of the cups and saucers carry Minton marks, several with pattern numbers, attesting to their

Category

19th Century English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Minton Majolica Centerpiece Tray 15-in, Lotus Flower on Green Ground, Dated 1863
Minton Majolica Centerpiece Tray 15-in, Lotus Flower on Green Ground, Dated 1863

Minton Majolica Centerpiece Tray 15-in, Lotus Flower on Green Ground, Dated 1863

By Minton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

impressed pattern number '1041,' which corresponds to 'DISH - LOTUS AND BULLRUSH - 15' in the Minton

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Rare Victorian Porcelain Charger with Platinum Ground & Bronze Bamboo Rim
Rare Victorian Porcelain Charger with Platinum Ground & Bronze Bamboo Rim

Rare Victorian Porcelain Charger with Platinum Ground & Bronze Bamboo Rim

Located in Worcester, GB

A rare and decorative Victorian porcelain charger, attributed to Minton, England, circa 1875–1890

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Late 19th Century British Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Arts & Crafts Minton Pottery Kingfisher Tile Designed by Christopher Dresser
Arts & Crafts Minton Pottery Kingfisher Tile Designed by Christopher Dresser

Arts & Crafts Minton Pottery Kingfisher Tile Designed by Christopher Dresser

By Christopher Dresser, Minton

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

An Arts & Crafts Minton tile in the Kingfisher pattern, designed by Christopher Dresser, ca. 1870

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Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Earthenware

Set of 9 Antique English Gothic Style Encaustic Tiles
Set of 9 Antique English Gothic Style Encaustic Tiles

Set of 9 Antique English Gothic Style Encaustic Tiles

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

crazing here and there that only enhance the beauty of these striking patterned tiles. Minton & Co. To

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Mid-19th Century English Gothic Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Set of 9 Ecclesiastical Antique English Encaustic Tiles
Set of 9 Ecclesiastical Antique English Encaustic Tiles

Set of 9 Ecclesiastical Antique English Encaustic Tiles

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

crazing here and there that only enhance the beauty of these striking patterned tiles. Minton & Co. To

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Clay

Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer
Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer

Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer which features a volute shell resting on coral

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1870s Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

Minton Majolica Two Handled Vase on Pedestal
Minton Majolica Two Handled Vase on Pedestal

Minton Majolica Two Handled Vase on Pedestal

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton pottery. Bears a pattern number, '500'. Marks include a factory specific date cipher for the year

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1870s English Victorian Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Majolica

First Period Minton Punch Bowl
First Period Minton Punch Bowl

First Period Minton Punch Bowl

By Minton

Located in Shakespeare, ON

Minton's Pattern 499

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19th Century English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Figure “Chelsea pensioner”, circa 1835
Minton Figure “Chelsea pensioner”, circa 1835

Minton Figure “Chelsea pensioner”, circa 1835

By Minton

Located in Geelong, Victoria

on a Rococo scroll base. Design No. 66 in the Minton pattern book, circa 1835.

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1830s English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Bisque Figure “Greenwich Pensioner”, circa 1835
Minton Bisque Figure “Greenwich Pensioner”, circa 1835

Minton Bisque Figure “Greenwich Pensioner”, circa 1835

By Minton

Located in Geelong, Victoria

table with a jug and glass, on a Rococo scroll base. Design No. 66 in the Minton pattern book.

Category

1830s European Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Minton Gilded Cobalt Service
19th Century Minton Gilded Cobalt Service

19th Century Minton Gilded Cobalt Service

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

highly sought after of Minton's patterns. It is extremely rare to be able to find serving pieces in this

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1890s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

12 Minton for Tiffany Cobalt Medallion Plates
12 Minton for Tiffany Cobalt Medallion Plates

12 Minton for Tiffany Cobalt Medallion Plates

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

gold beading. The edge design is "wavy." These plates are Minton pattern G8251, one of the famous

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1910s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

12 Minton Celeste Blue Greek Key Plates
12 Minton Celeste Blue Greek Key Plates

12 Minton Celeste Blue Greek Key Plates

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

gold "XO" pattern. Minton pattern: H3558 Made for Davis Collamore, a luxury 5th Avenue retailer

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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

10 Minton Adam-Style Gold Encrusted Plates
10 Minton Adam-Style Gold Encrusted Plates

10 Minton Adam-Style Gold Encrusted Plates

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

features an acid-etched gold pattern of alternating stylized flower and clover. Minton Pattern K45, made

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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

12 Minton Hand Painted Fox Hunt Plates, by Artist J.E. Dean
12 Minton Hand Painted Fox Hunt Plates, by Artist J.E. Dean

12 Minton Hand Painted Fox Hunt Plates, by Artist J.E. Dean

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

colorful, really engaging, see photos. Minton Pattern PA1051 Made for J.E. Caldwell, a historic

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1910s English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Porcelain

11 19th Century Minton Cobalt and Rust Service Plates
11 19th Century Minton Cobalt and Rust Service Plates

11 19th Century Minton Cobalt and Rust Service Plates

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

century. Minton Pattern G6276, One of the famous Minton "G" patterns of 19th century richly

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1890s English Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

12 Minton Bleu Celeste or Turquoise Gilt Plates
12 Minton Bleu Celeste or Turquoise Gilt Plates

12 Minton Bleu Celeste or Turquoise Gilt Plates

By Minton

Located in New York, NY

plates in acid etched gold. The gold is especially thick and bright on these plates. Minton Pattern

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1910s English Neoclassical Antique Minton Patterns

Materials

Gold Leaf

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Find a variety of antique minton patterns available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique minton patterns was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Antique minton patterns have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique minton patterns made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique minton patterns have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Minton are consistently popular.

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Pottery is one of the oldest decorative art forms, and Minton is one of its historical masters. For more than 250 years, the English company was a premier producer of porcelain and ceramic wares. Its factory was known for detailed and brightly colored Victorian tableware, including dinner plates and serving pieces.

Thomas Minton founded the Minton factory in 1793 in Stoke-upon-Trent, England. It initially made earthenware but introduced bone china in 1798. When Minton died in 1836, the company passed to his son, Herbert Minton. The younger Minton was a savvy businessman with an eye for design. He introduced glossy majolica earthenware to the factory’s repertoire and hired skilled artists and designers like Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin and Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, boosting the company’s reputation.

In 1851, Minton debuted its majolica at the Great Exhibition in London. It became a royal family favorite and was even used to tile the Royal Dairy at Windsor Home Park. Minton majolica was also displayed on the monumental Saint George and the dragon fountain at the 1862 London International Exhibition

Colin Minton Campbell, a nephew of Herbert Minton, took over the family business in 1858. He led the company to the head of the 1870s English art pottery movement. In the 1890s, French porcelain artist Marc-Louis Solon helped modernize Minton with his Art Nouveau designs.

Minton ceased operating as an independent company when it merged with Royal Doulton Tableware Ltd. in 1968. It was the end of an era, but not the end of widespread appreciation for Minton ceramics.

In 1982, the ”English Majolica” exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum featured 75 Minton pieces. When the Metropolitan Museum of Art reopened its British Galleries in 2020, it included a display of three colorful Minton majolica bird sculptures. Minton pottery was also on display from September 2021 to January 2022, along with other English pottery, at the Bard Graduate Center’s ”Majolica Mania” exhibition.

On 1stDibs, find exquisite Minton serveware, decorative objects, wall decorations and more.