White pitcher with gypsies scene

Discussion in 'Pottery, Glass, and Porcelain' started by Pat P, May 2, 2019.

  1. Pat P

    Pat P Well-Known Member

    This pitcher is unmarked and I don't know it's age or origin. Is anyone familiar with it?

    My editing to show the detail made the surface look a bit shiny, but it actually has a finish that's semi-matte (satin?). It's a fairly true white and about 5-1/2" tall to the top of the handle.

    The bottom doesn't appear to have much wear, so I'm thinking it may not be very old. I think I picked it up around 15 years ago in an antiques or resale shop.

    In the third image, there's what looks like a cauldron and a person with a tall cone hat. Do you think it's supposed to be a witch? If so, I'm wondering if the scene could be from a fairy tale?

    Any and all thoughts very welcome! :)


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    Last edited: May 3, 2019
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  3. Pat P

    Pat P Well-Known Member

    (I just edited my first post to include more info.)

    Wow, INH, good job! Thanks!

    Using "parian ware" and "gypsies" I now found other instances of the same general design. My pitcher is smaller than the ones that stated a height and the relief in mine doesn't seem to be as pronounced, plus mine doesn't have the kind of detail I see in the others.

    So I guess I have a copy of a mid-19th century design. At least now I know what it's a copy of!
     
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    i need help Well-Known Member

    I’m sure others will have some suggestions. :)
     
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