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Impressive antique blue and white transferware covered soup tureen, believed to be English Staffordshire pottery dating to the 19th century.
This large decorative tureen features a beautifully detailed pastoral country scene with figures, cottages, trees, and landscape scenery. The upper body, domed lid, and pedestal base are decorated with elaborate floral and scrolling foliage patterns in rich cobalt blue.
Additional features include a decorative finial, two ornate applied handles, and a shaped pedestal foot. The fitted lid has a notch along its edge for a serving ladle.
A wonderful example of antique English blue and white transferware, with impressive size and attractive detailing throughout.
Measurements:
* Overall height including lid: Approximately 11 1/2 inches
* Overall width including handles: Approximately 13 inches
* Overall depth: Approximately 9 inches
Condition: Antique estate-found condition with age-related wear, some staining and discoloration to the interior, and a small hairline crack extending inward from the underside edge of the pedestal foot. The hairline appears stable. General surface wear and imperfections consistent with age and use.
Please examine all photographs carefully, particularly the underside showing the hairline.
A beautiful display piece for a collection of antique Staffordshire pottery, blue and white transferware, or traditional English decorative arts.
Maker and pattern have not been positively identified. Ladle not included.