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A Sensational and Extremely Rare Sphinx Garden Seat in Majolica, Circa 1870
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A Sensational and Extremely Rare Sphinx Garden Seat in Majolica, Circa 1870

19th century
Sold 16 October 2025 · Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
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Description

Made by Bramsfield, Westhead and Moore. While the mythical creatures told riddles and prophesies to travellers of old, this one will sit peacefully and look majestic anywhere.

Measures 45 cm high and seat is 34 cm in diameter.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Majolica Sphinx Garden Seat to the 1870s.

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SA1158757
Description
Made by Bramsfield, Westhead and Moore.
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While the mythical creatures told riddles and prophesies to travellers of old, this one will sit peacefully and look majestic anywhere.
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd

Measures 45 cm high and seat is 34 cm in diameter.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Majolica Sphinx Garden Seat to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1158757
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
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A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Sensational and Extremely Rare Sphinx Garden Seat in Majolica, Circa 1870

Archive II A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View II
Archive III A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View III
Archive IV A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View IV
Archive V A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View V
Archive VI A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View VI
Archive VII A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View VII
Archive VIII A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View VIII
Archive IX A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View IX
Archive X A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View X
Archive XI A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View XI
Archive XII A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base. View XII
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Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07801 650780
Location
Admiral Vernon Arcade (Basement Level)
141 Portobello Road
London
W11 2QB
United Kingdom
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A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base.
A Sensational and Extremely Rare Sphinx Garden Seat in Majolica, circa 1870
Ref: SA1158757
A glazed yellow majolica garden seat featuring a moulded sphinx figure supporting a circular top, resting on a decorated circular base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGarden Seats
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMajolica Earthenware
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsSphinx figure, Moulded paws, Fluted capital, Ribbon base
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

Victorian majolica is a type of colourful, lead-glazed earthenware that gained immense popularity during the mid-to-late 19th century, particularly following its showcase at the 1851 Great Exhibition.

These pieces are typically crafted from moulded earthenware clay, finished with opaque tin-lead glazes combined with metallic oxide colourants, and fired at high temperatures to achieve their characteristic glossy sheen.

Authentic pieces often exhibit weightiness, fine crazing in the glaze, factory moulded relief details, and occasionally impressed maker marks or registration numbers on the underside.

They can be utilised as sculptural side tables, plant stands, or focal points in sunrooms, conservatories, or minimalist living spaces to introduce historic texture and colour.

Majolica should be kept away from extreme temperature fluctuations and direct frost if placed outdoors. Cleaning should be done gently using a soft, dry cloth, avoiding abrasive chemicals that could damage the glaze.
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