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Very Fine and Extremely Rare George III Period Pontypool Japan (Tole) Wall Cistern
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Very Fine and Extremely Rare George III Period Pontypool Japan (Tole) Wall Cistern

18th century
Sold 2 June 2026 · John Beazor Antiques
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Fine and rare George III period Pontypool Japan (tole) wall cistern;  the reservoir finely decorated with gilded chinoiserie vignettes on a black ground and with its original tinned interior and brass tap;  the pagoda-shaped detachable cover is similarly decorated and surmounted by a pierced gallery and a central gilded finial. Circa 1795

This cistern is either the work of Thomas, James or John Allgood who took over the business founded by their father in the 1730s and worked separately from workshops in Pontypool and Usk.  Their work was considered to be of exceptional quality and superior to that of their contemporaries in Wolverhampton, Birmingham and the midlands.  [Ref:  'Skill of the Pontypool Japanners' by G. Bernard Hughes, 'Country Life Annual', December 1968 and the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff]

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA. We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Declaration

John Beazor Antiques has dated this George III Pontypool Cistern to the Georgian era.

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SA940674
Dealers Internal Reference
934814.5
Description
Fine and rare George III period Pontypool Japan (tole) wall cistern;  the reservoir finely decorated with gilded chinoiserie vignettes on a black ground and with its original tinned interior and brass tap;  the pagoda-shaped detachable cover is similarly decorated and surmounted by a pierced gallery and a central gilded finial. Circa 1795
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This cistern is either the work of Thomas, James or John Allgood who took over the business founded by their father in the 1730s and worked separately from workshops in Pontypool and Usk.
John Beazor Antiques

  Their work was considered to be of exceptional quality and superior to that of their contemporaries in Wolverhampton, Birmingham and the midlands.  [Ref:  'Skill of the Pontypool Japanners' by G. Bernard Hughes, 'Country Life Annual', December 1968 and the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff]

fig 1. A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base.
fig 1. Very Fine and Extremely Rare George III Period Pontypool Japan (Tole) Wall Cistern

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA. We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Date of Manufacture

John Beazor Antiques has dated this George III Pontypool Cistern to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA940674
Dealers Internal Ref
934814.5
John Beazor Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2017

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks - chosen for their quality, colour and patination

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A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. SOLD2 JUN 26
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Archive I A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. SOLD2 JUN 26

Very Fine and Extremely Rare George III Period Pontypool Japan (Tole) Wall Cistern

Archive II A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. View II
Archive III A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. View III
Archive IV A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. View IV
Archive V A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. View V
Archive VI A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base. View VI
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A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base.
Very fine and extremely rare George III period Pontypool Japan (tole) wall cistern
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A black japanned metal wall cistern decorated with gold chinoiserie landscapes and featuring a brass spigot at the base.
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  • ObjectWall Cistern
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III Chinoiserie
  • MaterialTinned sheet iron, brass spigot, japan varnish, gold leaf
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsChinoiserie landscapes, Hand-gilt detailing, Pierced cresting, Cast brass spigot
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 14.5 cm (6 in)

Pontypool Japanware refers to varnished and japanned tinplate items produced in Pontypool, Wales, originating in the late 17th century and reaching peak popularity during the Georgian era.

These items were constructed from hammered sheet iron or tinplate, coated with multiple layers of japan varnish, and frequently decorated with hand-gilded chinoiserie or landscape motifs.

Authenticity is determined by examining the quality of the hand-applied japanning, characteristic craquelure of the aged varnish, traditional hand-beaten construction marks, and distinct regional decorative motifs.

Mounting the piece as a standalone focal point against a neutral wall allows the intricate gold chinoiserie details to stand out while adding historical texture to modern schemes.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to prevent cracking or flaking of the delicate varnish and gold leaf.
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