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Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons
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Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons

19th century
Sold 11 February 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons

This is a lovely example of a very clean, Edwardian antique margarine display slab by Parnall & Sons Ltd, London & Bristol. Stamped by the maker and in superb, undamaged condition. Not reproduction. Originally this antique creamware slab would have been used in a shop to sell slabs of margarine off. A great piece of original antique dairy display ware / kitchenalia that dates to around 1900.

Dimensions

Height: 7cm (2.78")

Width: 40cm (15.87")

Depth: 30cm (11.90")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Margarine Slab to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
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SA1123870
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Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons
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This is a lovely example of a very clean, Edwardian antique margarine display slab by Parnall & Sons Ltd, London & Bristol.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Stamped by the maker and in superb, undamaged condition. Not reproduction. Originally this antique creamware slab would have been used in a shop to sell slabs of margarine off. A great piece of original antique dairy display ware / kitchenalia that dates to around 1900.

Dimensions

Height: 7cm (2.78")

Width: 40cm (15.87")

Depth: 30cm (11.90")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Margarine Slab to the 19th Century.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123870
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons

Archive II An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View II
Archive III An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View III
Archive IV An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View IV
Archive V An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View V
Archive VI An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View VI
Archive VII An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View VII
Archive VIII An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals. View VIII
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 159
Items Sold 10,772
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals.
Large Antique Margarine Grocer’s Slab by Parnall & Sons
Ref: SA1123870
An elongated white ceramic grocers slab featuring the word MARGARINE printed in bold black serif capitals.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectShop Display Slabs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEdwardian Commercial
  • MaterialCeramic, Earthenware
  • ColourWhite and Black
  • MotifsTransfer-printed typography, Raised rectangular form, Vitreous glazed finish
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 40 cm (16 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Grocers slabs were utilised in late Victorian and Edwardian shops to display perishable goods like butter and margarine on counters. Makers such as Parnall & Sons produced heavy ceramic blocks featuring bold transfer-printed lettering to attract customers and identify produce.

These display items were predominantly manufactured from heavy-duty vitreous ceramic or porcelain, finished with an impermeable white glaze. Black transfer-printing was commonly applied under or over the glaze to display brand names and product types.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit age-related crazing in the glaze, minor surface wear, and heavy weight indicative of commercial-grade ceramics from the 19th or early 20th century. Maker marks, such as stamps or imprints for Parnall & Sons, further confirm authenticity.

These ceramic slabs work well as decorative shelf displays, kitchen island centrepieces, or mounted wall art to introduce industrial and commercial heritage into contemporary or rustic spaces.

Clean ceramic slabs gently with warm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh abrasives that could damage the aged glaze or transfer print. Handle with care due to the heavy weight and brittle nature of the earthenware.
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