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Fine Engine Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover C1800
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Fine Engine Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover C1800

19th century
Sold 24 October 2026 · Lee Sherman Antiques
This “Fine Engine Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover C1800” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lee Sherman Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Fine Engine-Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover, c. 1800, a delightful example in very good condition. This is one item from a large group of quality basalt wares; please look out for the others.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Antique Basalt Sugar Box to the 1800s.

Independent Date Check ID 09693517
Dealer's Item Date1800s
Sellingantiques Date1800s
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-240 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1800s:
Fine engine-turned geometric bands: sharp lathe cutting done before firing.
Small vent hole in the finial: typical steam release on early tea wares.
Unmarked recessed base: customary on early nineteenth-century Staffordshire basalt.
Dry, fine-grained black stoneware body: smooth unglazed finish of the period.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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7.25cm (2.85")
Reference Numbers
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SA1241931
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Description
Fine Engine-Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover, c. 1800, a delightful example in very good condition. This is one item from a large group of quality basalt wares; please look out for the others.
Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Antique Basalt Sugar Box to the 1800s.

Independent Date Report ID 09693517
Dealer's Item Date1800s
Sellingantiques dating1800s
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-240 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1800s:
Fine engine-turned geometric bands: sharp lathe cutting done before firing.
Small vent hole in the finial: typical steam release on early tea wares.
Unmarked recessed base: customary on early nineteenth-century Staffordshire basalt.
Dry, fine-grained black stoneware body: smooth unglazed finish of the period.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
7.25cm (2.85")
Reference Numbers
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SA1241931
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An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. SOLD24 OCT 26
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Archive I An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. SOLD24 OCT 26

Fine Engine Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover C1800

Archive II An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View II
Archive III An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View III
Archive IV An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View IV
Archive V An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View V
Archive VI An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View VI
Archive VII An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View VII
Archive VIII An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View VIII
Archive IX An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View IX
Archive X An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View X
Archive XI An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop. View XI
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Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
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An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop.
Fine Engine Turned Basalt Ware Sugar Box & Cover c1800
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An antique matte black basalt sugar box featuring engine-turned woven geometric patterns and a matching domed lid with a circular knop.
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  • ObjectSugar Bowls
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBlack Basalt, Stoneware
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsEngine-turned pattern, Domed lid, Circular knop, Fluted banding
  • SizeH 7.25 cm (3 in)

This Georgian period sugar box and cover belongs to the black basalt stoneware category, rendered in a solid matte black colour. The exterior displays a uniform dark finish decorated with engine-turned woven geometric patterns, complemented by fine fluted banding around the upper body and lid. A matching domed lid sits securely on top, finished with a small circular stepped knop at the centre. The vessel stands at 7.25 cm high. Such a piece finds a practical home on a sideboard top today, serving as a decorative container or small storage vessel for trinkets and dry goods. The compact circular form integrates easily into traditional table settings or display cabinets alongside other utilitarian ceramics.

Black basalt ware is a fine, unglazed black stoneware developed in Staffordshire, England, during the 18th century. It is known for its smooth texture, deep black colour, and precise engine-turned surface decoration.

It is crafted from iron-rich clay mixed with manganese dioxide to achieve an opaque dark hue. The geometric patterns are formed on a specialised lathe before the vessel undergoes high-temperature firing.

Authentic pieces from around 1800 feature crisp, detailed engine-turned engine carving, smooth unglazed surfaces, and subtle hand-finishing details along the rim, base, and knop handles.

Position the piece on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or shelving unit alongside contrasting light ceramics, marble, or polished brass accessories to highlight its dark, sculpted form.

Wash gently using warm water and mild soap with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive sponges, chemical cleaners, or dishwashers, as these can wear down fine surface details over time.
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