This is an ironstone coffee can or cup in a rare shape, hand enameled in the Basket Japan pattern, made by Mason’s Ironstone of Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, during the late 19th century, circa 1890.
This cup is potted with a rare shape, the handle being formed by pinching or folding part of the side.
This chinoiserie pattern is called “Basket Japan” and is illustrated on a footbath on page 182 of Geoffrey Godden’s book; Mason’s China and the Ironstone Wares, published by the Antique Collectors’ Club.
There is a Mason’s round crown and banner blue printed mark to the base with a number hand painted in red, indicating a late 19th century date.
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Creator:Mason’s Ironstone(Manufacturer)
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Dimensions:Height: 1.8 in (4.58 cm)Width: 2.7 in (6.86 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
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Style:Chinoiserie(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:IronstoneHand-Painted
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:Late 19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
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Condition:GoodVery Good antique condition. NO Cracks,NO Chips NO Restoration. Please see images.
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Seller Location:Lincoln, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: P 2005Seller: LU990331236542
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