Sold 15 November 2025 · Martin Murray Antiques

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Description

A spongeware mustard pot with blue random sponge work decoration, small amount of fritting, complete with earlier silver spoon

Scottish. 19th century

Physical Dimensions

Height

6cm (2.36")

Declaration

Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Blue Spongeware Mustard Pot to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1179056

Dealers Internal Reference

mm 90

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Description

A spongeware mustard pot with blue random sponge work decoration, small amount of fritting, complete with earlier silver spoon

Scottish. 19th century

Physical Dimensions

Height

6cm (2.36")

Date of Manufacture

Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Blue Spongeware Mustard Pot to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1179056

Dealers Internal Ref

mm 90

About the Dealer

Martin Murray Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2024

Specialist in early furniture and works of art

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Martin Murray Antiques

Telephone 07970 625359

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Suffolk
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mmant

Verified Since Dec 2024

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectCondiment Pots
Period19th century
StyleTraditional Country
MaterialEarthenware, Silver
ColourBlue and White
MotifsSponged pattern, Mottled glaze, Lidded pot, Loop handle
SizeH 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Spongeware, characterised by its mottled or speckled pattern applied using sponges or rags, gained popularity in the 19th century as an affordable and durable alternative to hand-painted ceramics for everyday domestic use.

These pieces were typically crafted from earthenware or ironstone, fired at high temperatures, and decorated with cobalt blue or multicoloured mineral oxides before being glazed.

Authentication involves examining the glaze crazing, wear patterns on the base, weight of the earthenware, and manufacturing imperfections such as kiln stilt marks typical of nineteenth-century production methods.

They work well when grouped in collections on open shelving, sideboards, or dressers, adding rustic texture and heritage charm to contemporary or traditional kitchens and dining rooms.

Antique ceramics should be hand washed gently in warm water using mild soap, avoiding harsh scrubbing or dishwashers, to protect the fragile glaze and historical surface.