{"product_id":"antique-minton-majolica-basket-jardiniere-grapes","title":"Antique Minton Majolica Basket Jardinière with Grapes c.1860","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA charming antique Minton majolica basket-form jardinière dating from the mid-19th century, circa 1860–1870, beautifully modelled and richly glazed in the vibrant colours associated with fine Victorian majolica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a woven wicker basket entwined with naturalistic vine branches, leaves and clusters of grapes, this highly decorative ceramic planter combines sculptural modelling with a striking palette of ochre yellow, turquoise blue, green, brown and purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAntique Minton majolica jardinière\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDating from circa 1860–1870\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnglish Victorian ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModelled as a woven wicker basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNaturalistic vine branch decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplied green leaves and purple grapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm ochre-yellow basket-weave exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVibrant turquoise-glazed interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRaised carrying handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpressed MINTON factory mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdditional impressed and painted production marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal as a jardinière, cachepot or decorative object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is carefully modelled to imitate a handwoven wicker basket, with overlapping horizontal and vertical bands creating convincing depth and texture. A naturalistic brown vine winds around the rim and rises to form the shaped handle, giving the piece an imaginative and sculptural silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplied green vine leaves and individually modelled clusters of purple grapes decorate the rim, handle and exterior. Fine details include raised leaf veins, textured fruit and rope-like moulding around the lower edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich ochre-yellow exterior contrasts beautifully with the glossy turquoise interior, producing the bold and theatrical colour combination for which Victorian majolica is particularly admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside bears the impressed MINTON factory mark together with additional impressed and painted production marks. The singular Minton mark is consistent with manufacture during the earlier period of the factory's majolica production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally intended as a decorative jardinière or cachepot, the piece could be displayed with a small plant or floral arrangement, or enjoyed independently as a colourful example of Victorian ceramic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine 19th-century Minton majolica remains highly collectable for its sculptural modelling, distinctive glazes and association with one of Britain's most important ceramic manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hawkins Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64130414477689,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6633\/8937\/files\/DSCF7327.jpg?v=1785517300","url":"https:\/\/hawkinsantiques.com\/products\/antique-minton-majolica-basket-jardiniere-grapes","provider":"Hawkins Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}