{"product_id":"vintage-beswick-drip-glazed-pitcher-art-deco-ribbed-c1930s-40s-made-in-england","title":"Vintage Beswick Drip-Glazed Pitcher, Art Deco Ribbed, c1930s–40s, Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerracotta, apricot and cream flow across the ribs of this Beswick pitcher, with elusive streaks of pastel lavender and mint green that shift as the light moves through the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Art Deco silhouette is all geometry and poise: horizontal concentric ribbing steps down to a flared pedestal foot, and the stylised handle arches over the rim with an integrated thumb rest. Lovely on a shelf with a tiered pottery display, or as a considered addition to a collection of English art ware. Beswick of Stoke-on-Trent is best known for its animal figurines, and its satin-glazed hollowware from the same decades shows a different side of the factory's craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitchers of this era often show base wear or handle fractures; this example's exterior and handle are sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beswick (John Beswick Ltd), Stoke-on-Trent, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Deco stepped-rib pitcher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. late 1930s–1940s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.5 cm high; 13 cm wide (handle to spout); 8.5 cm opening diameter; 8 cm base diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin drip-glazed earthenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embossed BESWICK ENGLAND into the clay base; impressed shape number 478\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. The exterior glaze is bright and free of chips, cracks, repairs and crazing. The interior shows light scuff marks consistent with domestic use over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash in warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Avoid soaking, dishwashers and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece is beautifully gift wrapped and carefully packaged to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in perfect condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42808202493998,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/BeswickDrip-GlazedPitcher-centredonwhiteplinth_vintageobjectsinbackground.jpg?v=1792403108","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/vintage-beswick-drip-glazed-pitcher-art-deco-ribbed-c1930s-40s-made-in-england","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}