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19th century majolica jardiniere by Minton and Carlo Marochetti

Creator: Carlo Marochetti
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
19th century majolica jardiniere by Minton and Carlo Marochetti

English, 1852

Height 37cm, diameter 46cm

This exquisite jardiniere was manufactured by the celebrated English company Minton, who are famous for their ceramics. It was designed by Baron Carlo Marochetti (1805-1867), an Italian-born sculptor who worked in London in the latter part of his career. His most famous work is the bronze sculpture of Richard the Lionheart, which stands outside the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London.

The jardiniere is circular with a body that tapers inwards towards the green socle base, which is decorated with laurel leaves and pink ribbons. The body of the jardiniere is coloured with turquoise ground and features broad, spiral ribbing all over. Mounted to either side are twin rams' head mask handles, which are joined by large pastel coloured swags of flowers and fruits. Directly above the rams’ heads, the rim of the jardiniere is decorated with a blue, white and orange egg and dart pattern, and the interior is coloured with lilac ground.

Artist/Maker: Minton and Carlo Marochetti

Materials: Majolica

Ref: 8398

$5,750

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	8398
Incollect Reference #:	767978

Dimensions

H.	14.57 in;	Diam.	18.11 in;
H.	37 cm;	Diam.	46 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.