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Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Bretby Vases
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Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Bretby Vases

19th century
Sold 19 May 2025 · London City Antiques
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Unusual pair of antique Victorian quality Bretby vases having a quality crane bird standing on a green grass base next to a green bamboo tree in wonderful hand painted colours

A charming pair boasting lovely hand painted colours. A small section to the end of one beck is missing which is virtually undetectable

Dimensions:

Height 29 cm (11.42 in)

Width 13 cm (5.12 in)

Depth 14 cm 5.51 in)

Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Bretby Ceramic Vases to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1113520
Dealers Internal Reference
2537
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Description
Unusual pair of antique Victorian quality Bretby vases having a quality crane bird standing on a green grass base next to a green bamboo tree in wonderful hand painted colours

A charming pair boasting lovely hand painted colours. A small section to the end of one beck is missing which is virtually undetectable

Dimensions:

Height 29 cm (11.42 in)

Width 13 cm (5.12 in)

Depth 14 cm 5.51 in)

Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Bretby Ceramic Vases to the 1880s.

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1113520
Dealers Internal Ref
2537
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A pair of Victorian green glazed ceramic vases featuring sculpted storks and bamboo-shaped pillars. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of Victorian green glazed ceramic vases featuring sculpted storks and bamboo-shaped pillars. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Suffolk
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A pair of Victorian green glazed ceramic vases featuring sculpted storks and bamboo-shaped pillars.
Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Bretby Vases
Ref: SA1113520
A pair of Victorian green glazed ceramic vases featuring sculpted storks and bamboo-shaped pillars.
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  • ObjectVases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCeramic, Earthenware
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsStork figures, Bamboo stalks, Glazed finish
  • SizeH 29 cm (11 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

Victorian art pottery encompasses decorative ceramic pieces manufactured during the reign of Queen Victoria, roughly from 1837 to 1901, characterised by a shift from industrial mass production to artistic, studio-led craftsmanship.

Bretby art pottery typically utilised fine earthenware clay bodies finished with distinctive glazes, often incorporating metallic or majolica effects, and hand-painted or moulded decorative details.

Authentic pieces are generally identified by impressed manufacturer marks, such as the Bretby sunburst stamp, specific registration numbers, and the characteristic weight and glaze quality associated with the Derbyshire factory.

These decorative objects work well as sculptural focal points on sideboards, mantels, or open shelving, contrasting effectively against minimalist backgrounds to highlight their historical craftsmanship.

Preserve antique ceramics by keeping them away from direct sunlight, avoiding abrasive cleaning agents, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth to protect the original glaze and finish.
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