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Joseph Holdcroft English Majolica Flying Crane Turquoise Plate

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An English majolica plate, The Flying Crane, by Joseph Holdcroft, Circa 1870. Designed in the Aesthetic Japonisme taste, the crane is centered on a turquoise pebbled ground with a border of prunus, or pink Dogwood branches stemming from the brown branch form rim. Showing the unusual green glazing on the verso, distinctive to Holdcroft majolica. Book reference,’The Collectors Encyclopedia of Majolica’ by Mariann Katz-Marks, page 95. Joseph Holdcroft held several patents for the production of earthenware. He was employed by Minton where he became proficient in the manufacture of majolica. Holdcroft established the Sunderland Pottery at Daisy Bank, Longton in 1870, producing mainly majolica glazed wares for export to America and Australia. 8.5 in. Diameter x 1 in. H The expected light wear, in very good condition without issue.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The expected light wear, in very good condition without issue.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758234420452
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