Minton Pottery Majolica Sardine Box with Fish Motifs from 19th Century Victorian Era

Minton majolica sardine box with raised fish motifs, from the late 19th century (Victorian era). It measures 9'' in depth by 7 1/2'' in width by 4'' in height (recipient measures 4 1/2'' by 5 1/2'') and bears marks as shown.  Minton was a major company in Staffordshire pottery, one of Europe's leading ceramic factory during the Victorian era", and an independent business from 1793 to 1968. It was a leader in ceramic design, working in a number of different ceramic bodies, decorative techniques, and "a glorious pot-pourri of styles - Rococo shapes with Oriental motifs, Classical shapes with Medieval designs and Art Nouveau borders were among the many wonderful concoctions". As well as pottery vessels and sculptures, the firm was a leading manufacturer of tiles and other architectural ceramics, producing work for both the Houses of Parliament and the United States Capitol. The family continued to control the business until the mid-20th century when it merged with Royal Doulton. Please feel free to ask us any questions, and please see our other listings. NO published price will beat ours.