Antique English Ironstone Octagonal Serving Tureen

What we love:
There is nothing more satisfying than coming across an intact piece of antique ironstone piece in an old barn and that's where this beauty was found! Made more than 100 years ago, it is ready to find a new life in your farmhouse kitchen.

Details:
    •    Overall height including lid is 8.25”
    •    Dish measures 9.5” in diameter
    •    10.5” across from spout to handle
    •    Manufactured by Venables Mann & Co
    •    Dates from 1852-1856
    •    Imprinted makers mark on the bottom
    •    Manufactured in Burslem, England & likely made for the American market
    •    Very heavy ironstone with embossed acanthus leaves
    •    Handles are twig-shaped with acanthus leaves
    •    Finial is a large tight tulip bulb

Condition:
    •    In good condition with some obvious finish irregularities
    •    Including aged patina, some discoloration, crazing
    •    Two rough spots on the lid from the manufacturing process
    •    One small chip to the underside of the lid (not visible when in place)
    •    One very small flake on one of the ribs of the dish