Superb English white glazed earthenware mustard pot, produced for the prestigious Crosse & Blackwell company, official supplier to the British Crown. This model stands out for its rare footed and curved shape, remarkably elegant. It features a black decoration on one side with the royal coat of arms (lion & unicorn), and on the other a typical Victorian-style inscription: Purveyors to the Queen – Soho Square, London.
Caractéristiques :
✦ Period: Late 19th / Early 20th century ✦ Origin: England ✦ Material: White earthenware with black decoration ✦ Height: approx. 10.5 cm ✦ Condition: Very good overall condition – beautiful gloss, very light age patina
Highly sought after for its unusual form, this refined little pot evokes the world of fine grocery shops of the past. Perfect for retro kitchen décor or as a display piece, it will also appeal to collectors of English advertising ceramics.
