Antique Johnson Bros England "Royal Semi-Porcelain" Wash Basin With Functional Drain Hole & Stand

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Own a piece of late 19th-century Victorian Sanitaryware history with this authentic Johnson Bros of England wash basin set. This … Read more Own a piece of late 19th-century Victorian Sanitaryware history with this authentic Johnson Bros of England wash basin set. This 'Royal Semi-Porcelain' masterpiece is a rare find, as it retains its original functional factory-made drain hole and cork plug—allowing it to hold water for display or use.

The basin is decorated with the 'Cornflower' pattern, featuring delicate blue and primrose yellow Staffordshire transferware and a scalloped rim with hand-painted gold gilt. Paired with a distressed black pedestal stand, this duo captures the Cottagecore and Grandmillennial aesthetic perfectly. A sturdy, architecturally significant set that serves as a stunning focal point in a master suite, garden room, or entryway.

In the Victorian era, having a basin with a factory drain hole was a sign of extreme luxury. These were typically part of "Mechanical Washstands" found in the homes of the upper class. Instead of having to lift and dump a heavy, water-filled basin, the owner could simply pull the plug, and the water would drain through the washstand into a slop jar hidden in a cupboard below. You have essentially captured the "smart home" technology of the 1890s! See less