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Unusual Rare Pair of Minton Secessionist Vases C1905
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Unusual Rare Pair of Minton Secessionist Vases C1905

1900 - 1920
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An impressive pair of minton secessionist early 20th century vases in the 3509 shape, of tapering form with knop neck decorated with cream flowers on a blue background. The dark blue abstract decoration around the base resembles boats on waves. They have printed minton marks on the bases alongside impressed and incised marks and stand 12.5 ins (32 cms) tall. They are both in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks or repairs, and date from around 1905.

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Marion David Decorative Arts has dated these Minton Secessionist Pottery Vases to the 1910s.

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An impressive pair of minton secessionist early 20th century vases in the 3509 shape, of tapering form with knop neck decorated with cream flowers on a blue background. The dark blue abstract decoration around the base resembles boats on waves. They have printed minton marks on the bases alongside impressed and incised marks and stand 12.5 ins (32 cms) tall.
They are both in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks or repairs, and date from around 1905.
Marion David Decorative Arts
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Marion David Decorative Arts has dated these Minton Secessionist Pottery Vases to the 1910s.

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A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue.
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Archive I A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue.

UNUSUAL RARE PAIR OF MINTON SECESSIONIST VASES C1905

Archive II A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue. View II
Archive III A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue. View III
Archive IV A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue. View IV
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A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue.
UNUSUAL RARE PAIR OF MINTON SECESSIONIST VASES C1905
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A pair of Edwardian Minton Secessionist earthenware vases with flared bases and bulbous rims, decorated with tube-lined floral and graphic wave motifs in shades of cobalt and sky blue.
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Minton Secessionist ware was produced in Staffordshire, England, starting around 1902 to introduce modern Art Nouveau and Viennese Secessionist design into commercial ceramics. Designed predominantly by Leon Solon and John Wadsworth, these pieces featured bold stylised floral motifs and vibrant coloured glazes.

These vases were manufactured from earthenware using tube-lining or slip-trailing techniques to create raised outlines that kept fluid glazes separated during firing. Lead-based majolica glazes were applied to create rich blue, turquoise, and grey tones.

Authentic pieces typically feature printed backmarks reading Minton Ltd or Secessionist along with specific design numbers, often prefixed by No.. Look for raised tube-lined outlines and characteristic lead glazes that exhibit fine crazing consistent with age.

Pairing vibrant blue Art Nouveau pottery with neutral backdrop tones allows the intense colours and graphic motifs to stand out as focal decorative elements. Placing a matched pair on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or deep window sill adds symmetrical interest.

Clean ceramic items using a soft microfibre cloth dampened with warm water and mild dish soap, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners or submersion. Ensure pieces with fine glaze crazing are kept dry to prevent moisture from seeping into the porous earthenware body beneath.
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