Antique Jardinière on Stand, English, Ceramic, Decorative Planter, Victorian

This is an antique jardiniere on stand. An English, ceramic decorative planter with ornamental column, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Rich in colour and with classical and Renaissance overtones Displaying a desirable aged patina - one fine firing crack to rim observed under close inspection White ceramic base with light blue wash beneath a quality glaze Gilt flourishes to the rim and handles add an attractive contrast Of bulb form, the serpentine foliate rim sits above the generously sized planter Bouquets of detailed flowers adorn the fascia in a palette of pink hues Ornate handles with scrolling forms terminate in expressive leaf motif Mark to base reads 'Athens' likely the pattern mark of Davenport, Staffordshire Attractive column stand with classical taste offers a surface diameter of 25cm (9.75") Continuing the decor of the planter, the column decorated with chased leaf patterns and gilt touches Presenting a tapering profile with deeply reeded form Standing upon a square base with shaped plinth edge and canted corners This is a highly decorative antique jardiniere on stand, with rich colour and overt classical taste. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 44.5cm (17.5'') Max Depth: 36cm (14.25'') Max Height: 94cm (37'') Pot Width: 44cm (17.25'') Pot Depth: 36cm (14.25'') Pot Height: 26.5cm (10.5'') Opening Diameter: 29cm (11.5") Stand Width: 28.5cm (11.25'') Stand Depth: 28.5cm (11.25'') Stand Height: 68cm (26.75'') Top Diameter: 25cm (9.75") We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote. Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation. Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 18.7413