Antique English Mason Blue-and-White Transferware Gravy Boat and Stand

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Antique English gravy boat and its original matching stand, both in Mason's classic indigo-on-white transfer print, this is the kind … Read more Antique English gravy boat and its original matching stand, both in Mason's classic indigo-on-white transfer print, this is the kind of set that rarely survives intact. Mason's Ironstone was one of Victorian England's most respected makers, producing durable, beautifully decorated tableware built for everyday use as much as display. The pattern dates to the height of the transfer-printing era, when English potteries were turning out work of real refinement and consistency. Both pieces show gentle wear in keeping with their age, honest patina that speaks to a life well used rather than hidden away. On a dressed dining table or propped along a dresser shelf, this set earns its place quietly and confidently.

Dimensions: W 8", D 8" , H 4"

Origin: England

Circa Date: 1865

Condition:Minor surface marks and gentle wear consistent with careful use. The transfer decoration remains crisp and vibrant, and both the gravy boat and stand display beautifully. See less