Antique Victorian Staffordshire Aesthetic Movement Dragon Handle Chrysanthemum Pitcher
$179.99
Brand Ridgways
I think this piece is exquisite and stunning.
This antique pitcher was manufactured Circa 1890-1920 during a period known as the Aesthetic Movement.
It was made by Ridgways and the pattern is called Chrysanthemum. The handle is a unique dragon shape with gold highlights. The pattern is an all over, airy floral in a plethora of colors. It is uniquely decorated on each side and has a square shape.
Ridgway Potteries Ltd, was founded sometime around 1744. Sometimes called the Grandfather of the Potteries, the Ridgway family can be traced to the earliest days of the Staffordshire potteries, along with such famous names as Wedgwood, Spode and Adams.
Under the management of one family member, John Ridgway, the Ridgway potters were appointed as Potter to Her Majesty Queen Victoria. This was the highest acclaim for any English pottery firm.
One of the family members, William Ridgway, operated the Bell Works in Shelton and the Church Works in nearby Hanley from 1830-54. The Bell Works Pottery at Bethesda Street has been The Potteries Museum since 1956 and houses the largest and most important collection of North Staffordshire pottery in the world.
Measures: 7"
Condition: no chips or cracks. Remarkably good condition with little wear. Gorgeous condition!