Pottery Mark Query - Parian Pitcher with Diamond Kite Device with WB - Is this 1862 London Exhibition?

by Lee Jones
(Cypress, TX, U.S.)

Pottery Mark Query - Parian Pitcher with Diamond Kite Device with WB - Is this 1862 London Exhibition?:- I received this small 7 1/2" high x 4" wide paisan (white-on-white) pitcher as a gift purchased in London and thought to be from the 1862 London Exhibition, chiefly due to the "scenes" depicting "ART", "SCIENCE", "MUSIC", and "COMMERCE" on the pitcher's face. Maybe, maybe not ???

The only "word" on the bottom/base markings is "INTERNATIONAL" within a circular banner.
ALL base markings are molded in . . . not printed, or stamped.

My SKETCH image below is the best summary of the numerous markings on the bottom base.

The other unique detail on this pitcher is the broken handle that has been repaired using a drilled & wired together technique that is very artfully executed.
I realize that it was "broken", but I sure like the repair method which appears to be an artform.

I am looking for the manufacturer/history/information/value of this pitcher.

Any information you might share is much appreciated.

Thank You in advance . . .

Lee

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Pottery Mark Query - Parian Pitcher with Diamond Kite Device with WB - Is this 1862 London Exhibition?

Hi Lee

Lovely parian jug/pitcher.

Yes, I can confirm the 'O' on the top denotes the year 1862, on the diamond kite registration mark. The other marks are details of category, day and date.

The Staffordshire knot with the letters WB is a mark of William Brownfield (& SON(s)) of Cobridge, Staffordshire founded 1850 and continued to 1891. Your mark was used 1850-1871. They are known for Parian jugs of this nature.

If you want to know the value of this wonderful old piece of Staffordshire history, please go here:

My vintage and antique china values page

Peter (admin)

p.s. The following page is a 'must see' if you are self-researching fine china - for value and identification:-

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