{"product_id":"antique-royal-worcester-blush-ivory-pot-pourri-jar-and-cover-floral-porcelain-vase-shape-1720-england-1903","title":"Antique Royal Worcester blush ivory pot-pourri jar and cover floral porcelain vase shape 1720 England 1903","description":"A finely decorated Royal Worcester blush ivory pot-pourri jar and cover produced in England in 1903. This elegant covered form, shape number 1720, belongs to the factory's classic blush ivory period and combines sculptural modelling, rich gilding and finely hand-painted floral decoration in the style for which Royal Worcester became widely admired at the turn of the century.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginally intended for pot-pourri - fragrant mixtures of dried flowers, lavender and aromatic oils - such vessels served as elegant Victorian air fresheners. In late 19th-century England, at a time when coal heating and industrial smoke often filled interiors with soot and damp air, pot-pourri jars became both fashionable decorative objects and practical sources of fragrance in affluent homes.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe soft blush ivory ground became one of Royal Worcester's most recognisable finishes. Inspired by the warm tones of carved ivory objects popular during the late Victorian period, the porcelain was finished in delicate shaded ivory and blush tones with the distinctive satin surface associated with Worcester production of this period.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe body is painted with hand-finished floral sprays in naturalistic colours against the blush ivory ground. Fine gilded outlines and highlights enrich the flowers and scrolling ornament, while the lower section displays elegant spiral fluting descending into a scalloped border resembling gathered fabric or unfolding petals. The foot and cover rim are further enriched with raised basket-weave moulding and rich gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe original domed cover is decorated en suite with the vase and finished with a gilt finial.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe underside bears the puce Royal Worcester mark corresponding to 1903, together with Registered Design No. 227399 and shape number 1720.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAn attractive and display-ready example of Royal Worcester blush ivory, combining elegant cabinet scale, rich surface decoration and excellent preservation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight with cover: 21 cm \/ 8.27″\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 14.5 cm \/ 5.71″\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 607 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nA little gilding loss to the finial at the top; otherwise in ideal condition. UV inspection shows everything is perfect.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nFully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling and secure postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nCarefully packed using recycled materials where possible.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description, and feel free to ask any questions.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62883545219402,"sku":"B1757","price":700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.8134748943_pidc.jpg?v=1785906371","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/antique-royal-worcester-blush-ivory-pot-pourri-jar-and-cover-floral-porcelain-vase-shape-1720-england-1903","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}