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A Mason's Ironstone Miniature Watering Can
Clive Payne Antiques
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Clive Payne Antiques

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A Mason's Ironstone Miniature Watering Can

19th century
Description

A extremely Rare Mason’s Ironstone China miniature watering can, decorated in the

“Old School House” Pattern.

Unmarked.

Size: 3.1/2? high X 4.25? wide X 2.1/2? deep

Condition: Excellent

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Clive Payne Antiques has dated this Masons Ironstone Miniature Watering Can to the 19th Century.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA660798
Dealers Internal Reference
MA768
Description
A extremely Rare Mason’s Ironstone China miniature watering can, decorated in the

“Old School House” Pattern.

Unmarked.

Size: 3.1/2? high X 4.25? wide X 2.1/2? deep

Condition: Excellent

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Clive Payne Antiques has dated this Masons Ironstone Miniature Watering Can to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA660798
Dealers Internal Ref
MA768
Clive Payne Antiques
Clive Payne Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2019

Leading specialist dealer in mason's ironstone china and dealer in period english furniture.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Clive Payne Antiques Profile Page

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Clive Payne Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels.
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Archive I A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels.

A MASON'S IRONSTONE MINIATURE WATERING CAN

Archive II A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels. View II
Archive III A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels. View III
Archive IV A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels. View IV
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Clive Payne Antiques

Clive Payne Antiques
Telephone 01608 658856 or 07764 476776
Location
Unit 11 Langston Priory Workshops
Kingham
Oxfordshire
OX7 6UP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/clivepayne
Verified Since Nov 2019
Items For Sale 52
Items Sold 28
Clive Payne Antiques
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A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels.
A MASON'S IRONSTONE MINIATURE WATERING CAN
Ref: SA660798
A Victorian Masons ironstone miniature watering can decorated with cobalt blue glaze, gold leaf handles, and rust red Imari pattern cartouche panels.
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Masons Ironstone was patented in Staffordshire in 1813 as a durable alternative to porcelain. The hard-paste earthenware body was fired at high temperatures and decorated with rich Japan or Imari motifs, featuring cobalt blue, rust red, and gilded embellishments.

Ironstone is composed of clay mixed with ground slag and flint, producing a heavy ceramic body. Decorators applied underglaze transfer prints or hand-painted enamels, followed by overglaze gilding finished with heat firing.

Authentic pieces feature printed or impressed maker marks on the underside, such as Masons Patent Ironstone China. Characteristics include a distinct blue-grey tint to the ceramic glaze, substantial physical weight, and hand-applied enamel decoration.

Miniature items can be arranged within glazed display cabinets, stacked on book towers, or grouped together on decorative trays. Pairing rich Imari patterns alongside neutral ceramics highlights the vibrant gilding and cobalt colours.

Wipe surfaces gently with a soft dry cloth to remove dust. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive sponges, or immersion in water, as these processes can degrade overglaze gilding and delicate enamels.
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