The Story
This rare and exquisite ironstone bowl is a quintessential example of the Aesthetic Movement, which championed "art for art's sake" in the late 19th century. Featuring a dark brown transfer-printed "Japanese" pattern with delicate hand-painted details, the design is a beautiful tapestry of cherry blossoms, flowers, fans, and foliage. It was produced in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, during a very specific window between 1876 and 1883.
The Details
Dimensions: ~12.5cm W x 4.5cm H.
Pattern: "Japanese."
Maker: Thomas Gimbert Booth (marked with the "TGB" belt and garter mark).
Era: 1876–1883.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. It features light surface crazing and subtle age-related discolouration (light tea-staining), which adds to its authentic character. It is free of chips, cracks, or repairs.
Why It’s Special
The "TGB" mark was only used for seven years, making this piece a significant find for collectors of Victorian ironstone. During this period, the British fascination with Japanese art (Japonisme) was at its peak, and this bowl perfectly captures the asymmetry and botanical elegance of that era.
Styling Tips
The Refined Catch-all: Use this on an entryway console or a dressing table to hold small treasures like jewelry or keys. Its shallow, wide shape makes it as functional as it is decorative.
Tea Time Sophistication: Pair it with modern white porcelain to let the intricate brown transfer print stand out. It works beautifully as a sugar basin or, true to its history, a "slop bowl" for used tea leaves.
Layered Textures: Style it in a glass-fronted cabinet alongside other "Japonisme" inspired pieces or natural elements like a small sprig of dried cherry blossom to echo the pattern.
Sustainable Shipping
100% plastic-free, recyclable, and biodegradable packaging.
U.K. Delivery: Sent via FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 service.
The Story
This rare and exquisite ironstone bowl is a quintessential example of the Aesthetic Movement, which championed "art for art's sake" in the late 19th century. Featuring a dark brown transfer-printed "Japanese" pattern with delicate hand-painted details, the design is a beautiful tapestry of cherry blossoms, flowers, fans, and foliage. It was produced in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, during a very specific window between 1876 and 1883.
The Details
Dimensions: ~12.5cm W x 4.5cm H.
Pattern: "Japanese."
Maker: Thomas Gimbert Booth (marked with the "TGB" belt and garter mark).
Era: 1876–1883.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. It features light surface crazing and subtle age-related discolouration (light tea-staining), which adds to its authentic character. It is free of chips, cracks, or repairs.
Why It’s Special
The "TGB" mark was only used for seven years, making this piece a significant find for collectors of Victorian ironstone. During this period, the British fascination with Japanese art (Japonisme) was at its peak, and this bowl perfectly captures the asymmetry and botanical elegance of that era.
Styling Tips
The Refined Catch-all: Use this on an entryway console or a dressing table to hold small treasures like jewelry or keys. Its shallow, wide shape makes it as functional as it is decorative.
Tea Time Sophistication: Pair it with modern white porcelain to let the intricate brown transfer print stand out. It works beautifully as a sugar basin or, true to its history, a "slop bowl" for used tea leaves.
Layered Textures: Style it in a glass-fronted cabinet alongside other "Japonisme" inspired pieces or natural elements like a small sprig of dried cherry blossom to echo the pattern.
Sustainable Shipping
100% plastic-free, recyclable, and biodegradable packaging.
U.K. Delivery: Sent via FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 service.
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