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Aesthetic Movement Whieldon Glazed Maiden Pottery Snuff Bottle

$399.27
£290
€341.58
CA$546.98
A$606.92
CHF 317.92
MX$7,442.49
NOK 4,043.82
SEK 3,817.19
DKK 2,547.35
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About the Item

An unusual antique pottery vessel molded with maiden’s heads and decorated in Whieldon glazes dating from the 19th century. Possibly a spill vase or table snuff bottle the vessel is hand-crafted and made in red terracotta clay and is formed on a shaped oval unglazed base and is molded as two young maiden’s heads back to back with a central raised opening. The body of the vessel is molded with flowing hair with flowers and the vessel is decorated in brown, yellow and green drip glazes over a cream colored ground. The base is marked with painted initials TOR. An interesting and unusual piece. Provenance: Acquired from the UK Art Market. In good condition with natural age crazing to the glazed finish and some natural making flaws under the glaze.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)Width: 2.66 in (6.75 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. In good condition with natural age crazing to the glazed finish and some natural making flaws under the glaze.
  • Seller Location:
    Bishop's Stortford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CE234501stDibs: LU1328235338732

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