Description
A stoneware sepia brown transfer printed platter - "Minerva" made by Podmore Walker & Co., Tunstall, Staffordshire, England, circa 1834-1859.
In Mythology, Minerva was the Roman goddess of wisdom and counsel. She is shown here as the central image, lounging with two naked children. Classical in design, she is surrounded by large two-handled urns, a statue representing The Three Graces is behind her. The background shows open air archways and a floor with a geometric pattern. The geometric border has shield-shaped cartouches at each corner of a woman with an urn and scroll.
Scarce pattern.
16 in. L x 12.5 in. W x 1.5 in. H A Garter mark - PW & C. Pearl Stoneware.
In very good antique condition with the expected minimal wear, mild darkening to the verso.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In very good antique condition with the expected minimal wear, mild darkening to the verso.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Creator:
Brand: Staffordshire
Materials & Techniques:
Earthenware
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
In Mythology, Minerva was the Roman goddess of wisdom and counsel. She is shown here as the central image, lounging with two naked children. Classical in design, she is surrounded by large two-handled urns, a statue representing The Three Graces is behind her. The background shows open air archways and a floor with a geometric pattern. The geometric border has shield-shaped cartouches at each corner of a woman with an urn and scroll.
Scarce pattern.
16 in. L x 12.5 in. W x 1.5 in. H A Garter mark - PW & C. Pearl Stoneware.
In very good antique condition with the expected minimal wear, mild darkening to the verso.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In very good antique condition with the expected minimal wear, mild darkening to the verso.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Creator:
Brand: Staffordshire
Materials & Techniques:
Earthenware
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In very good antique condition with the expected minimal wear, mild darkening to the verso.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
1.5 x 12.5 x 16 in
Podmore Walker Staffordshire Minerva Mythology Sepia Brown Transferware Platter
Estimate $650-$1,160
Starting Price
$320
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