Rare Staffordshire Assyrian Revival Stoneware Jug c.1855 Wedgwood

Rare Staffordshire Assyrian Revival Stoneware Jug c.1855 WedgwoodThis rare mid19thcentury British jug is a fine example of the Assyrian Revival taste that swept through Victorian design in the 1850s. Produced in Staffordshire between about 1851 and 1860, the small yet sculptural piece stands approximately 14 cm high and is moulded in a pale, matt stoneware body with crisply defined relief decoration. Its unusual archaeological subject matter, compact scale and distinctive makers mark to the base combine to make it

this compact yet eye-catching plant pot is perfectly sized for small to medium houseplants

with strong architectural elements in the background

but also a tangible link to the cultural and intellectual life of Britain’s past

this is a substantial stein

Collectors seeking a characterful example of early English lusterware

Indulge in a striking fusion of Soviet-era artistry and opulent Italian-inspired design with this authentic LFZ (ЛФЗ) porcelain cup and saucer

and expression reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities and cultural values of late 19th- to early 20th-century Japan

curated setting where antique accents provide contrast and character

conveys a sense of quality and presence that stands out on any wall

Enhancing mantelpieces

enhancing desirability and value

These slight imperfections are discreet and do not detract from the overall beauty or presence of the piece