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Boar's Head Tureen
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Boar's Head Tureen

19th century
Description

A wonderful 19th century continental porcelain Boar's Head Tureen and cover. It is in good condition apart from a crack to one of the lower tusks which appears to have been made at manufacture - see image.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Majolica Boar Head Tureen to the 1880s.

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SA1238400
Description
A wonderful 19th century continental porcelain Boar's Head Tureen and cover.
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It is in good condition apart from a crack to one of the lower tusks which appears to have been made at manufacture - see image.
David Robinson Antiques
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Majolica Boar Head Tureen to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238400
David Robinson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023
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A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks.
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Archive I A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks.

Boar's Head Tureen

Archive II A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View II
Archive III A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View III
Archive IV A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View IV
Archive V A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View V
Archive VI A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View VI
Archive VII A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View VII
Archive VIII A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View VIII
Archive IX A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks. View IX
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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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Stand 26
The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks.
Boar's Head Tureen
Ref: SA1238400
A glazed ceramic majolica tureen sculpted in the shape of a boars head with grey textured fur, pink snout, and white tusks.
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  • ObjectTureens
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Majolica
  • MaterialGlazed Ceramic, Earthenware
  • ColourGrey, Purple, White
  • MotifsZoomorphic moulding, Boar snout detail, Protruding ceramic tusks, Textured fur moulding
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 45 cm (18 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

This Victorian majolica boar's head tureen and cover dates from 1880. Sculpted from glazed earthenware, it displays a palette of grey, purple, and white with a glossy finish. Notable details visible in the piece include zoomorphic moulding with textured fur across the head, a pink snout, a brown patch around the eye, and protruding white ceramic tusks that curve upwards. The object measures 27 cm high, 45 cm wide, and 26 cm deep. Placed upon a dining room sideboard top, the tureen serves as a striking decorative centrepiece with a Highland hunting lodge style. The ceramic item is suited for display in a traditional or eclectic interior setting, bringing sculptural interest and period character to a surface in a home.

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A majolica boars head tureen is a naturalistic ceramic serving vessel shaped like a wild boar head, historically created for serving soups, stews, or game dishes at formal dining tables.

These tureens were sculpted from earthenware clay, press-moulded into detailed shapes, and finished with colourful lead or tin glazes fired at high temperatures to achieve a glossy sheen.

Authentic pieces often display impressed maker marks or registration numbers on the base, crisp relief moulding, fine glaze crazing, and hand-painted glaze applications.

Position the piece as a focal point on a dining sideboard, inside a glazed cabinet, or alongside dark timber features to accent traditional or eclectic spaces.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth and clean using warm water with mild soap when necessary, avoiding soaking or chemical cleaners that could degrade delicate glazed surfaces.
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