Antique 1889 Johnson Brothers England Sylvan Brown Transferware Sardine Box W Drainer | 3-Piece Lidded Butter Tub Tureen

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Exquisite and highly collectible late-Victorian 3-piece covered dish in the sought-after "Sylvan" pattern by Johnson Brothers (Staffordshire, England).Dating precisely to … Read more Exquisite and highly collectible late-Victorian 3-piece covered dish in the sought-after "Sylvan" pattern by Johnson Brothers (Staffordshire, England).Dating precisely to 1889, this rare set includes all three original components: the main footed box, the interior drainer insert, and the matching domed lid. Originally designed as a sardine box or a covered butter tub, the interior drainer allowed liquid or oils to pool safely underneath the food.It features a stunning aesthetic-period brown transferware floral design, complete with elegant embossed swirling details along the borders and ornate scroll-molded feet.✨ Historical Markings (on base):Stamped with the official registry number: Rd No 122733 (Registers the design to 1889)Backstamp reads: Sylvan - Semi-Porcelain - Johnson Bros - England Approximate Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 4"

With porous Victorian earthenware, there is all-over age-appropriate glaze crazing and some deep amber-colored organic staining on the interior of the main basin and on the drainer insert from historical use (see photos).
Safe & Secure Shipping:Fragile, multi-piece antiques require extra love! This 3-piece set will be meticulously wrapped with each piece—the lid, drainer liner, and base—individually padded in professional-grade bubble wrap. It will ship fully insured in a sturdy, heavy-duty box with ample cushioning to guarantee it arrives at your doorstep in the exact condition pictured. See less