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A Large 19thc Whieldon Pottery Type Bird Whistle
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A Large 19thc Whieldon Pottery Type Bird Whistle

19th century
Sold 5 July 2025 · Mike Melody Antiques
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A large 19thc whieldon style pottery bird whistle of primitive form..it measures 23cms h 16cms w 18cms d.

It has 2 small birds on the branches and holes in it presumably to make whistle noises.

Bought in a local house we havent a great knowledge of these. It is in good unrestored condition with no repairs or damage. Apparently its been in a display cabinet for many years.

We sre dating it as 1840 but it could well be earlier.

As always offered at our normal realistic price

UK postage included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Ceramic Bird Whistle to the 19th Century.

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Description
A large 19thc whieldon style pottery bird whistle of primitive form..it measures 23cms h 16cms w 18cms d.

It has 2 small birds on the branches and holes in it presumably to make whistle noises.

Bought in a local house we havent a great knowledge of these. It is in good unrestored condition with no repairs or damage. Apparently its been in a display cabinet for many years.

fig 1. A large ceramic bird whistle featuring a mottled brown lead glaze perched upon a stylized base.
fig 1. A Large 19thc Whieldon Pottery Type Bird Whistle

We sre dating it as 1840 but it could well be earlier.

As always offered at our normal realistic price

UK postage included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Ceramic Bird Whistle to the 19th Century.

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SA1143725
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Mike Melody Antiques

Mike Melody Antiques
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Mike Melody Antiques
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A large ceramic bird whistle featuring a mottled brown lead glaze perched upon a stylized base.
A LARGE 19THC WHIELDON POTTERY TYPE BIRD WHISTLE
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A large ceramic bird whistle featuring a mottled brown lead glaze perched upon a stylized base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialEarthenware
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsMottled glaze, Avian form, Textured base

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Whieldon type pottery refers to lead-glazed earthenware characterised by mottled oxide colouring, popularised by Thomas Whieldon in 18th-century Staffordshire, though similar styles continued into the 19th century.

These items were crafted from local earthenware clay, hand-modelled or moulded, and finished with metallic oxide glazessuch as manganese and copperapplied under a clear lead glaze to create the characteristic mottled effect before firing.

Authenticity is determined by examining the body paste, glaze crazing, wear patterns on the base, manufacturing flaws typical of early kilns, and the characteristic depth and fluidity of the oxide coloration.

Position the piece as a focal point on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or side table where its sculptural silhouette and historical texture can be appreciated against a neutral backdrop.

Dust gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth. Avoid immersion in water, harsh chemical cleaners, or placing the piece in direct sunlight to protect the historic glaze.
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