Rare Mason's Ironstone Wine Cooler: Gold Posies & Birds, Cobalt Blue, c. 1820
£1,050.00
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A superb and very rare Mason's Patent Ironstone two-handled wine cooler, made around 1820 in Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England. The historic name for such pieces was cellarette or wine pot. This substantial antique ironstone piece features strongly moulded handles and a richly decorated surface, making it ideal for use as a wine bottle cooler, large vase, or decorative centrepiece.
The pot is decorated in the rare "Gold Posies, Enamelled Birds and Butterflies" pattern, featuring a deep mazarine blue ground with hand-painted birds, butterflies, and flowers, all enhanced with pastel enamels and highlighted by heavy gilding. The ornate rim and handles are further embellished with gold detailing, exemplifying the high-quality workmanship of early Mason's ironstone.
This rare shape and pattern are referenced in Geoffrey Godden's Mason's China and The Ironstone Wares (Page 190, Plate 294). A similar shape is also illustrated on Page 184, Plate 280. As with many early examples, the base is unmarked.
A collector's piece of museum-worthy significance, this pot is suitable for Regency or Georgian interiors, ceramic collections, or as a show-stopping functional wine cooler or statement floral vase.
Measurements
Height: 22.5 cm / 8.86″
Width: 30 cm / 11.81″
Depth: 20.5 cm / 8.07″
Weight: 2691 g
Condition
Excellent antique condition. Three cracks on the base have been professionally restored in the past. There are small chips along the bottom edge (visible in photos), and a raised insert inside has been glued in to lift wine bottles—removable if desired. Minor gilding loss to the handles and rim, but the decorative enamel and gilding on the body remain intact and vibrant.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.
Please review all photos carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.
Rare Mason's Ironstone Wine Cooler: Gold Posies & Birds, Cobalt Blue, c. 1820
£1,050.00
The pot is decorated in the rare "Gold Posies, Enamelled Birds and Butterflies" pattern, featuring a deep mazarine blue ground with hand-painted birds, butterflies, and flowers, all enhanced with pastel enamels and highlighted by heavy gilding. The ornate rim and handles are further embellished with gold detailing, exemplifying the high-quality workmanship of early Mason's ironstone.
This rare shape and pattern are referenced in Geoffrey Godden's Mason's China and The Ironstone Wares (Page 190, Plate 294). A similar shape is also illustrated on Page 184, Plate 280. As with many early examples, the base is unmarked.
A collector's piece of museum-worthy significance, this pot is suitable for Regency or Georgian interiors, ceramic collections, or as a show-stopping functional wine cooler or statement floral vase.
Measurements
Height: 22.5 cm / 8.86″
Width: 30 cm / 11.81″
Depth: 20.5 cm / 8.07″
Weight: 2691 g
Condition
Excellent antique condition. Three cracks on the base have been professionally restored in the past. There are small chips along the bottom edge (visible in photos), and a raised insert inside has been glued in to lift wine bottles—removable if desired. Minor gilding loss to the handles and rim, but the decorative enamel and gilding on the body remain intact and vibrant.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.
Please review all photos carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.