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A Victorian Pure Milk Pail Decorated with Cows, Circa 1870
For sale by Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
for sale €2,633     $2,858
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Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd

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A Victorian Pure Milk Pail Decorated with Cows, Circa 1870

19th century
Description

A Victorian Coloured Pure Milk Pail, decorated in colour with the manufacturer's mark

In perfect condition - a lovely find!

Measures: 26x36x36cms

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Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Pure Milk Pail to the 19th Century.

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SA1238597
Description
A Victorian Coloured Pure Milk Pail, decorated in colour with the manufacturer's mark

In perfect condition - a lovely find!

Measures: 26x36x36cms

Date of Manufacture

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Pure Milk Pail to the 19th Century.

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Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2022
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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
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/vanbrughwest
Verified Since Jan 2022
Items For Sale 60
Items Sold 388
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
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Location: Admiral Vernon Arcade (Basement Level), 141 Portobello Road, London, W11 2QB, United Kingdom
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A cream earthenware Victorian milk pail decorated with brown painted cows under trees and lettering stating Pure Milk.
A Victorian Pure Milk Pail decorated with Cows, circa 1870
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A cream earthenware Victorian milk pail decorated with brown painted cows under trees and lettering stating Pure Milk.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDairy Pail
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Glaze
  • ColourCream, Brown
  • MotifsBovine imagery, Pure Milk lettering, Moulded lug handles, Flared rim

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In 19th-century Britain, ceramic milk pails were utilised in dairies and grocery shops to display and dispense fresh milk to customers. Often decorated with agricultural imagery and bold lettering, they served as hygienic storage vessels and promotional counter displays.

Most Victorian dairy pails were potted from heavy earthenware or ironstone to ensure thermal stability and durability. The decorative elements, such as cow illustrations and lettering, were applied via transfer printing or hand painting before being sealed under a protective glaze.

Authentic pieces typically display underglaze transfer lettering, heavy ceramic construction with moulded lug handles, and fine crazing or wear around the base and rim. Pottery manufacturer marks stamped on the underside, along with natural discolouration from age, further indicate authenticity.

These large ceramic vessels serve as statement centrepieces on kitchen islands, sideboards, or deep window sills. They can be styled as rustic planters, flower vases, or freestanding decorative objects within country house or farmhouse kitchen schemes.

Clean the ceramic surface gently using lukewarm water and a mild dish soap, avoiding abrasive pads that could scratch the glaze. Do not submerge glazed earthenware with fine crazing in standing water, as moisture can soak into the ceramic body and cause discolouration.
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