Pair of Antique Doulton Lambeth Silicon Ware Vases, Circa 1891–1912

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A beautiful matching pair of antique Doulton Lambeth Silicon Ware stoneware vases, dating to the late Victorian or Edwardian period, … Read more A beautiful matching pair of antique Doulton Lambeth Silicon Ware stoneware vases, dating to the late Victorian or Edwardian period, circa 1891–1912.

Their warm brown bodies are decorated with intricate raised floral and geometric patterns in pale turquoise, cream and deep chocolate brown.
Cream flowers frame a striking band of dark diamond shapes around the shoulders, while delicate turquoise roses and leafy sprays decorate the rounded bodies. Small rosettes, tiny cream dots and elegantly flared rims complete their charming design.

The decoration reflects the traditional technique of sprigging, in which small clay ornaments were carefully moulded and applied to the surface before firing. This gives the flowers and leaves their beautiful relief, with light and shadow bringing each tiny detail to life.

Both vases carry impressed Doulton Silicon Lambeth England marks, together with additional factory and workshop markings.

A wonderfully decorative and well-matched pair, full of character and Victorian craftsmanship.

Details
Maker: Doulton & Co., Lambeth
Origin: London, England
Date: Circa 1891–1912 (estimated)
Period: Late Victorian to Edwardian
Material: Silicon Ware stoneware
Decoration: Applied floral and geometric relief
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Measurements — Each Vase (Approximate)
Height: 6.30 inches (16 cm)
Width: 3.82 inches (9.71 cm)
Depth: 3.82 inches (9.71 cm)
Top diameter: 2.95 inches (7.5 cm)
Base diameter: 2.09 inches (5.3 cm)
Circumference at widest point: 12.01 inches (30.5 cm)

Condition
Very good antique condition overall, with light wear consistent with age. Minor irregularities to the undersides of the bases are consistent with the original manufacturing process and are not damage. There is a very small, smooth-edged chip to the underside of one vase's foot, with no sharp edges. See less