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18th Century Blue John Urn
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18th Century Blue John Urn

18th century
Sold 21 June 2026 · Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
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? A wonderful late C18th Ormolu mounted Blue John urn, attributed to the workshop of Matthew Boulton. The acorn finial with rope twist border, above pale veining and rich purple marble, with bold female masks to the sides, over palmette apron with spreading socle. Excellent quality throughout and rare having no damage or breaks. Circa 1780. 

Ormolu can be easily cleaned to remove any surface marks if requested.

H: 27 cm (10 5/8")

W: 12 cm (4 3/4")

D: 9 cm (3 9/16")

Blue John is a rare Crystaline gemstone marble, unique to a single mine at Castleton, Derbyshire and much admired in the 18th century, as it is today by discerning, collectors. Matthew Boulton what is the finest exponent of ormolu sculpture in England in the 18th century. 

Price includes free delivery throughout the uk

Date of Manufacture

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated this Blue John Decorative Urn to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1066895
Dealers Notes

Jake has been supplying the London Trade and Interior Designer market with quality antiques since 2010. Jake has worked closely with his clients over these years and, due to the recent changing times and opportunities in the market, has decided to step out of the shadows to reach a wider audience with his new website. With items ranging from C17th to C20th in English, continental and Asian tastes. All with emphasis on quality and originality.

We offer a full shipping service, able to provide competitive quotes for National and International transport/shipping with a selection of regularly used, reliable and professional companies.

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? A wonderful late C18th Ormolu mounted Blue John urn, attributed to the workshop of Matthew Boulton.
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The acorn finial with rope twist border, above pale veining and rich purple marble, with bold female masks to the sides, over palmette apron with spreading socle.
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

Excellent quality throughout and rare having no damage or breaks. Circa 1780. 

fig 1. An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base.
fig 1. 18th Century Blue John Urn

Ormolu can be easily cleaned to remove any surface marks if requested.

H: 27 cm (10 5/8")

W: 12 cm (4 3/4")

D: 9 cm (3 9/16")

Blue John is a rare Crystaline gemstone marble, unique to a single mine at Castleton, Derbyshire and much admired in the 18th century, as it is today by discerning, collectors. Matthew Boulton what is the finest exponent of ormolu sculpture in England in the 18th century. 

Price includes free delivery throughout the uk

Date of Manufacture

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated this Blue John Decorative Urn to the 18th Century.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1066895
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
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Antique furniture, grand tour & works of art dealing in fine, country house and decorative antiques from england and the continent

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An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. SOLD21 JUN 26
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Archive I An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. SOLD21 JUN 26

18th Century Blue John Urn

Archive II An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base.
Archive V An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base. View VI
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Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07789 602186
Location
Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jakewright
Verified Since Jan 2021
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An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base.
18th Century Blue John Urn
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An 18th-century Blue John fluorite urn featuring intricate gilt bronze mounts, mask handles, and a pineapple finial on a square base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Urns
  • Period18th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBlue John Fluorite, Ormolu, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourPurple and Gold
  • MotifsMask handles, Pineapple finial, Acanthus leaf mounts, Square plinth base
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Blue John is a rare form of fluorite found exclusively in Treak Cliff Cavern and Blue John Cavern in Castleton, Derbyshire, with mining peaking during the eighteenth century for decorative objects.

Craftsmen typically turned the fluorite on a lathe before mounting the stone in fire-gilt bronze, commonly known as ormolu, featuring cast brass or bronze handles, bases, and finials.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural banding variations ranging from deep violet to yellow, hand-turned stone thickness irregularities, and period-correct mercury gilding or cast bronze mounts.

Position the piece as a focal point on a mantelpiece, console table, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to highlight its unique geological patterns and metallic mounts.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, avoid chemical cleaners, and dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to protect the delicate stone and ormolu surface.
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