RARE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN "CHRYSANTHEMUM" PINK TRANSFERWARE PITCHER & WASH BASIN SET
OVERVIEWPresenting an exceptional, highly collectible Victorian-era wash basin and water pitcher set in the desirable "Chrysanthemum" pattern. Attributed to the famous Staffordshire pottery region of England (circa 1880s–1910), this complete two-piece set showcases a delicate dusky pink/rose-red floral transfer pattern against a warm off-white glazed ceramic body.
DESIGN & CRAFTSMANSHIP• Pitcher: Features an elaborately molded body with ornate scrollwork along the scalloped rim and a sculpted, embellished handle. High-gloss glaze with extensive floral transfer print coverage.• Basin Bowl: Deep, wide proportions featuring full internal floral transfer detailing and a ribbed exterior basin wall.• Markings: Base stamped with the classic uppercase pattern mark "CHRYSANTHEMUM" in transfer ink, accompanied by a hand-painted painter/batch mark "5" on the underside.
CONDITION & PROVENANCE• Glaze & Body: Excellent antique condition for its age. Features beautiful, subtle natural age-crazing beneath the glaze, highly typical of authentic late 19th-century English ironstone and semi-vitreous pottery. No major cracks, major chips, or restored areas observed.• Transfer Printing: Crisp, vibrant red/pink transfer details remain sharp across both pieces.
DIMENSIONS• Pitcher Height: 12 inches• Bowl Diameter: 14 inches
SHIPPING & HANDLINGDue to the fragile nature of vintage ceramics, this set will be professionally packed, double-boxed, and fully insured to guarantee safe transit to your doorstep.
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