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19th Century Ceramic Tobacco Jar with Original Internal Lid
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19th Century Ceramic Tobacco Jar with Original Internal Lid

19th century
Description

A decorative 19th Century ceramic tobacco jar transfer printed with baskets of fruit and berries. Three pieces - jar, lid and internal lid. The heavy internal lid was also called an inner press lid, dampener plate or liner.

It was engineered to press down the pipe tobacco to preserve it by controlling exposure to air and moisture.

This piece is in good condition and it’s rare to see the internal lid intact.

Date of Manufacture

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Victorian Ceramic Tobacco Jar to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245279
Dealers Internal Reference
2062
Dealers Notes

Colin Brand Antiques Est. 1984

Description
A decorative 19th Century ceramic tobacco jar transfer printed with baskets of fruit and berries. Three pieces - jar, lid and internal lid. The heavy internal lid was also called an inner press lid, dampener plate or liner.
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It was engineered to press down the pipe tobacco to preserve it by controlling exposure to air and moisture.
Colin Brand Antiques

This piece is in good condition and it’s rare to see the internal lid intact.

Date of Manufacture

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Victorian Ceramic Tobacco Jar to the 19th Century.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245279
Dealers Internal Ref
2062
Colin Brand Antiques
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A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs.
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Archive I A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs.

19th Century Ceramic Tobacco Jar with Original Internal Lid

Archive II A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs. View IX
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Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs.
19th Century Ceramic Tobacco Jar with original internal lid
Ref: SA1245279
A 19th-century cream ceramic tobacco jar featuring a domed lid with finial, monochrome scrollwork borders, and colourful transfer-printed botanical fruit motifs.
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  • ObjectTobacco Jars
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCeramic, Glazed Earthenware
  • ColourCream, Multicolour
  • MotifsBotanical fruit motifs, Scrollwork border pattern, Domed lid with finial, Internal lid collar
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

During the 19th century, ceramic tobacco jars were designed to store loose tobacco, often featuring heavy or internal presser lids to maintain humidity and preserve freshness.

Victorian tobacco jars were primarily crafted from glazed earthenware, stoneware, or porcelain, frequently embellished with transfer-printed or hand-painted decorative motifs.

Authentic pieces typically display characteristics such as fine glaze crazing, historic pottery registration marks or stamps on the base, and specific structural features like internal tampers.

Display the vessel on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece alongside contemporary artwork and neutral accessories to add historical interest and texture.

Wipe surfaces gently using a soft dry cloth or lukewarm water with mild detergent, avoiding abrasive sponges or full immersion that could damage glaze finishes.
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