English Vases and Vessels

A rare and unusual castle Hedingham pottery twin handled puzzle vase or jug designed by Edward Bingham (British, 1829-1914) and dating between 1864 an...

A very rare and stunning Arts & Crafts studio pottery vase of twisted floral shape made in London by Horace Elliott (British, 1851-1938) dating from the...

A rare Arts & Crafts Craven Dunnill lustre glazed art pottery vase designed by Lewis Foreman Day (1845-1910) and dating from circa 1890. This finely mad...

Superb Crown Staffordshire Hand Painted Ovoid Form lavish gilt lidded English Porcelain covered Vase or Centerpiece. Late Nineteenth, early Twentieth Century. The central reserve exquisitely hand decorated depicting Summer Flowers within a superb, gilt surround on a cobalt blue, iron red and gilt body. Back views are similar, the original finial lid with similar decoration. Underglaze blue Crown Staffordshire mark on base for date Circa 1900. Condition: Mint condition with no imperfections, possibly never previously used. Height: (entire as shown) 10.5" (26.5cm). Width: (at widest area) 4.25” (11cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable fixed charge Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. The one company that retains the Staffordshire name is Crown Staffordshire Porcelain, which started as the Thomas Greene China Co. in 1833. Using bone-china porcelain, in 1887 they began producing a fine line of Staffordshire dinnerware...

With its unique kintsugi style repair, this Wedgwood black basalt vase has become one of a kind. The flared trumpet style vase was made by Wedgwood in the ...

A very fine quality salt glazed studio pottery bottle flagon shaped vase by Dorset based potter Warwick Parker (b.1940) dating from the 20th century. Th...

Modeled by Herbert Warrington Hogg and painted by John Porter Wale.

This extraordinary First Edition Wedgwood rendering of the legendary Portland Vase is one of the rarest masterpieces of Josiah Wedgwood, the most important ceramics manufacturer of the 18th century. A tour de force of ceramic art, the Portland Vase First Editions are regarded as one of the greatest ceramic accomplishments of the 18th century, and they are a testament to the superior skill of Josiah Wedgwood, his extraordinary ambition and his tireless dedication to perfection. One of the very few First Editions still in private hands, this exceptional Wedgwood Portland Vase is one of the most important works of ceramics on the market. The story of Wedgwood and the Portland Vase is legendary. The original Portland Vase is the ancient world's most famous decorative arts masterpiece—a cameo glass vase dating to circa 25 CE with a frieze representing the myth of Peleus and Thetis, initially thought to be carved from stone. When it was first rediscovered around 1582, it captivated the world with its opaque white cameo figures over its rich blue background. After the vase was excavated it was owned by Cardinal Barberini, whose family later sold it to the Duke of Hamilton who eventually sold it to the Duchess of Portland, from whom the famed vase now takes its name. The famed British sculptor John Flaxman was likely the first to have brought the vase to Wedgwood’s attention. In a letter dated February 5, 1784, he wrote: “I wish you may soon come to town to see William Hamilton’s vase, it is the finest production of Art that has been brought to England and seems to be the very apex of perfection to which you are endeavouring to bring your bisque and jasper…” Indeed, the Portland Vase is a masterpiece of cameo-cutting, with a stunning frieze of opaque white cameo glass over its translucent deep blue form. Its beauty and translucence would inspire Wedgwood to undertake his years-long endeavor to precisely replicate the original in porcelain. Upon closer examination, Wedgwood realized the vase was not made of stone or earthenware, but of cameo glass—a technique so advanced it remains the masterpiece of cameo-cutting. Today, the vase is housed in the British Museum, where it is the second most viewed antiquity, only after the Rosetta Stone. It then took Wedgwood several painstaking years to craft his unparalleled copy of the vase, during which he perfected the jasperware technique that would become his crowning achievement. To this day, the renowned porcelain firm regards the vase as its most momentous triumph, so much so that the vessel’s silhouette is incorporated into the Wedgwood logo. The four years it took Wedgwood to complete his vase were not without tribulations. From the start, Wedgwood encountered numerous problems with his copies, from cracking and blistering to the difficulty of replicating the translucent effects of the original. The first acceptable copy was produced in October 1789 and sent to Wedgwood’s physician and friend Erasmus Darwin, the grandfather of Charles Darwin. Wedgwood presented another copy to Queen Charlotte in May 1790 and afterward organized a private exhibition of the vase at the Portland House in London. The viewing proved so popular that Wedgwood was forced to restrict the show to 1,900 visitors. Much of London wished to see Wedgwood’s greatest major achievement. Perhaps the highest praise of Wedgwood’s copy came from the famed artist Sir Joshua Reynolds, the founder of the British Royal Academy: “I can venture to declare it a correct and faithful imitation, both in regard to the general effect, and the most minute detail of the part.” Over the next few years, Wedgwood's oven records listed 43 First Edition copies of the Portland Vase produced between 1791 and 1796, 11 of which were broken during the firing process. In all, it is believed around 30 First Edition vases were completed, though an unknown number of these were somewhat damaged—one of these imperfect examples is currently held by the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. The perfect examples such as ours have found their way into the most important museum collections in the world. The British Museum (London), Art Institute of Chicago, Birmingham Museum of Art, Museum of Fine Arts (Boston) and the Fitzwilliam Museum (Cambridge, UK), among others, all hold one of these highly coveted vases in their collections. In terms of technical achievement, the First Edition Portland Vases...

A very fine antique cut glass jar and matching cover dating from around 1825. The jar stands on a thick square star cut based foot with a narrow slice cut stem and round bulbous body...

Pair of Doulton Lambeth vases, circa 1890.

This Staffordshire Spaniel jug is impertinent, from his expression to his hopeful gaze. The eyes seem animated and almost lifelike. This jug is in excellent condition with bright red, white and green and gilt touches in the form of the pup's gold collar and locket. This item came solo from a large estate collection of Staffordshire pieces in Los Angeles. The spaniel was on his own and is looking for a friend, [possibly] or he can go it alone. The mark is worn away from the bottom of the piece. This antique Staffordshire jug...

We encourage, not only being creative and thinking out of the box, but also to repurpose for the environment. This piece previously used as a Tureen is a beautiful Silver Plated for...

Barnaby Marriott Powell. Whitefriars Model number 8473. A large Mid-Century rare 10 inch ribbed amber coloured glass vase.

A stylish and decorative Devon art pottery vase decorated in sgraffito with a fish swimming amidst weed made in Barnstaple by renowned artist William Leonard Baron (British, 1863-193...

Fairyland Lustre Pillar Vase Wedgwood Circa 1920 One of the earliest Fairyland Lustre motifs, this Pillar pattern vase by Wedgwood features the fantastical Isle of the Genii, popula...

Art Nouveau Copper Planter c 1900 with Stylised Tulip Decoaration - 10"diam x 8"h

Hand rolled glass hyacinth forcing vase from the 1890’s in a stunning indigo blue. View the detailed images.

This pair of antique stoneware vases were done by the renowned potter, George Tinworth for the Doulton Lambeth factory of England in approximate...

Some with markings. Dimensions ; Width- 14.63 inches Depth- 11.5 inches Height- 16 inches Width- 12 inches Depth- 9.25 inches Height- 10 inches Width- 8.75 inches Depth- 7.25 inche...

This is a vintage Crown Devon ewer. A decorative jug, #3322 in a rouge and gold finish with pearlescent inside and dating to the mid-20th century. ...

Stunning example of an English Minton Porcelain centerpiece or flower vase, depicting an entwined upright Dolphin been help by a scantily clad Female standing on a naturalistic circular base. Circa third quarter of the Nineteenth Century. Exquisitely decorated in colors of turquoise on white glazed ground with lavish gold highlights. Condition: Good condition for such an early piece with no losses except for a tiny loss dot at dolphins' lip, no discoloring anywhere. Height: (entire as image one) 11.5" (29cm). Depth: (at base) 5.25” (13cm). Width: (at base) 5.25” (13cm) Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable fixed price Worldwide Store to door shipping. Provenance: From the Collection of Kenneth Neame, Mount Street, Mayfair, offered by Sothebys London. Mintons was a major English company in Staffordshire Pottery, "Europe's leading ceramic factory during the Victorian era" an independent business from 1793 to 1968. It was a leader in ceramic design, working in a number of different ceramic bodies, decorative techniques, and "a glorious pot-pourri of styles - Rococo shapes with Oriental motifs, Classical shapes with Medieval designs and Art Nouveau borders were among the many wonderful concoctions". As well as pottery vessels and sculptures, the firm was a leading manufacturer of tiles and other architectural ceramics, producing work for both the Houses of Parliment...

Antique Glazed Ceramic foot Warmer by Lovatts Langley Ware England , excellent condition 1920's Victorian Era.

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England, mahogany pedestal stand for displaying plants, busts, taxidermy, and trinkets wi...

Minton Majolica jardinière with a mythological theme which features two mermen (sometimes attributed to the Sea God Neptune or to Triton), s...

Late 19th century copper cooking vessel circa 1890. Good quality piece of 19th century metalware, this large cooking vessel now provides the ideal fireside storage for logs or kindl...

Margaret Gilmour School. A Glasgow School brass planter with interlaced floral decoration and ring handles to the sides stood on tri-angular feet and with its original zinc liner.

A late 19th Century English repousse' copper bowl with foliage motif and original patina. Measurements: Height: 23" Diameter: 21.5"

dresser set was made by Henry Mathews of Birmingham England in circa 1899 in the period Art Nouveau style. Each of the pieces is hallmarked for English sterling with the letters "HM...

This exceptional and rare Wedgwood tri-colored jasper vase exemplifies that renowned firm’s classical artistry. Crafted of jasper, perhaps the greatest of Josiah Wedgwood’s porcelain innovations, in the shape of an ancient Greek calyx krater...

Bearing a cipher mark from 1856, this mid-19th-century centerpiece stands as a crowning achievement of the esteemed firm Minton & Co. This accomplishment of such grand scale in ceram...

Pair of antique Victorian quality Royal Doulton Slater stoneware vases having a lovely pair of quality shaped Royal Doulton vases in wonderful green, ...

1970's Original Vintage Flasks. Sold as decorative objects. Most are complete with lids and caps. All glass is unbroken. These are sold as decorative kitchen objects not as working...

Lovely English late victorian three tier garden plant stand or jardiniere. The stand features an iron frame decorated with wire basket borders. Excellent joinery and craftsmanship wi...

Signed Frank Butler.

This exquisite antique Wedgwood Jasperware centerpiece vase, circa 1820, showcases the timeless elegance and craftsmanship that has made Wedgwood an icon of fine porcelain. Featuring...

Rare Minton Majolica Posy small vase modelled as three upright yellow bamboo canes all supported on an earthy ground.

English Regency-style (19th Century) Chinoiserie decorated rectangular shaped cachepot.

A rare and exceptional Doulton Lambeth art pottery beaker shaped vessel beautifully decorated with floral panels by renowned artist John Broad and dated 1880. This unusually finely m...

William Hutton. An Arts and Crafts pewter jug with four bullseye Ruskin jewels inset into the lid, with a back stop when opened, and geometric decoration to the main body with a flar...

A rare and stunning antique Thomas Webb & Sons cranberry glass vase with ribbed design applied in relief with a lizard with painted enamel and gilded detail and set against an enameled floral and grass design by Jules Barbe...

A stunning pair of Burmantofts Faience vases of slender baluster form, cast in low relief with flowers and foliage, in shades of blue, turquoise, green, yellow and red on a cream gro...

A fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver presentation cup by Jason Hobbs. This presentation cup has a Campania form onto a knopped pedestal to a circular spr...

ROYAL CROWN DERBY (Manufacturer) - Derby Posies (Pattern) - Vintage china lidded jam jar with floral transfer decoration - featuring hand painted gilt dec...

Fairyland Lustre Pillar Vase Wedgwood Circa 1920 One of the earliest Fairyland Lustre motifs, this Pillar pattern vase by Wedgwood features the fantastical Isle of the Genii, popula...

A very stylish Identical pair of English Royal Doulton Lambeth Moulded Salt-Glaze stoneware pottery long neck mantle vases of generous proportions. Each of bulbous form with flaire...

A small English Victorian period glass vanity jar container from the 19th century, with incised silver lid and etched design. Created in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, t...

Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1878 by Roberts & Belk, this very attractive, Victorian, antique, sterling silver Posey holder, or tussy mussy, has scroll pierced...

This is a very large English George III or Regency brass bound mahogany peat bucket. The bucket is in overall very good condition. The bucket features side...

A gorgeous "Tiffany Tulips" porcelain vase By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the underside) England, Late 20th Century Measures: 4.5"W x 4.5"D x 8.25"H Ve...

Snowy White Parian Ware Vase decorated with berry clusters, leaves and arches with a ruffled neck. This is a breathtakingly lovely and feminine vase. ...

Wedgwood black Ravenstone set Wedgwood Ravenstone small urn, vase and cache pot Matte black glaze wegwood, designed by Norman Wilson, 1960s England The measurements are for th...

A magnificent Antique Viennese Enamel vase in the shape of a Cornucopia supported by a Griffin figure on a pedestal foot. The entire Cornucopia Vase is covered with richly coloured ...

Loetz attributed. A tall Art Nouveau green iridescent vase with a brass collar decorated in foliate Art Nouveau style with dimple decoration to t...

Wonderful pair of large-scale early 20th century Delft blue and white covered jars. Makes a great accessory! Circa 1920 20h x 7 h

Lilac ground. Each encircled by frieze of classical figures beneath floral swags, the largest flanked by serpent handles with mask terminal and Cupid finial, impressed WEDGWOOD, MADE...

A bright Neoclassical Revival pottery vase made circa 1860 by the English pottery F. & R. Pratt. This lively vase shows a transferware scene of Greek warriors on horseback and chari...

Pair of 19th Century Victorian Cobalt Vases Minton. Decorated with white flowers.

A small ceramic vessel by renowned British potter Waistel Cooper (1913-2009). The organic shape is decorated with handmade vertical - and occasional lateral - sgraffito lines - in n...

A Majolica glazed spill vase from the Staffordshire pottery region of England, circa 1860. The vase is molded as a woman’s hand holding a vessel formed of cattails or bullrush plants...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver posy holder; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. T...