three (3) Mason's Patent Ironstone Green Mandarin tureens, the two smaller with under plates, England, 19th century, circa 1818
Provenance: from the Estate of Hazel Hanlon, a lifelong collector and fine antiques dealer from Tampa, Florida
Condition: largest tureen with cracks to the lid one smaller with multiple cracks and repairs to tureen, lid and underplate all with minor wear to decoration
MEASUREMENTS;
10" H x 13" W x 8.75 "D large tureen with lid
5.25" H x 8" W x 4.5" D small tureens with lids
Ironstone was patented by the British potter Charles James Mason in 1813.
It was developed in the 19th century by potters in Staffordshire, England, as a cheaper, mass-produced alternative for porcelain.
Antique ironstone wares are collectable, and in particular items made by Mason's.
