Extremely Rare Mason's Ironstone Tureen In Green Mandarin Pattern, C. 1815
Buckland, United Kingdom
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Item details
Height
14.5 cm
Width
21.0 cm
Depth
12.0 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
An antique and exceptionally rare Mason's Patent Ironstone tureen with a domed lid, featuring the exquisite Green Mandarin pattern, created in 1815. The piece showcases a Chinese-inspired design with a traditional chinoiserie scene, meticulously hand-painted with fine details. A similar scene is repeated on the lid, inside the tureen, and along the interior rim. The tureen is adorned with intricate floral and scroll motifs in green, pink, blue, and gold, complemented by rich cobalt blue handles shaped as rabbit heads and a wave-shaped finial. The underside bears the 'PATENT IRONSTONE CHINA' mark under a crown in black, while the same mark appears in red on the lid. Mason's is a renowned English pottery company with a long history of producing high-quality ceramics and china. Originally founded as Mason's Ironstone by Miles Mason in 1813, the company became famous for its transferware patterns—a technique in which a design is engraved onto a copper plate, inked, and then transferred onto the ceramic surface. This method allowed for intricate and highly detailed designs to be replicated efficiently. Some of the most iconic Mason's patterns include "Mandarin," "Vista," and "Regency," often inspired by Chinese and Asian art. Over the years, the company produced a vast range of patterns, including limited-edition and collectible series, many of which had multiple color variations. The tureen offered here was among Mason's more expensive pieces at the time. A similar tureen is displayed in the Victor Hugo Museum in Paris. Victor Hugo was known to use Mason's products frequently, and his personal diaries contain multiple references to the purchase of Mason's dishes, plates, and pots. Mason's products are exhibited in prestigious museums worldwide, and older, rarer pieces are highly sought after by collectors. For enthusiasts, Mason's china represents not only exceptional beauty and craftsmanship but also an important historical legacy in the world of English ceramics. Dimensions: Height: 14.5 cm, Width: 21 cm, Depth: 12 cm, Weight: 856 grams. Condition: Small chip on the top rim (see photo). Otherwise, excellent antique condition. Please carefully examine the accompanying photographs, as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. Please note that shipping costs include labor, packaging, and postage. Pattern: Green Mandarin. Set Includes: Tureen.
Condition report:
An item that has been previously used. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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Estimated delivery time
Less than one week
Free collection available
Yes
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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