This is one of a number of storage jars with this distinctive pattern with stylish green bands which I have available in my online store.
The design dates to the late 1940s and was created and produced by John Wadsworth (1879–1955) - who was the director at Mintons. It is part of the "Solano Ware range. This was one of the last ranges produced at Minton’s earthenware works, which ceased operation in 1942 - not many of these have survived and they are now highly sought after. My pieces are in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. This is reflected in my asking price.
Each of my canisters is made of earthenware and has a cream-coloured gloze and four raised horizontal bands with their original over-glaze green colour. This colour was very popular in the 1930s / 1940s British kitchens. Each jar is printed with the names of the contents - the sans serif font is very Art Deco. I love the little button knops on the top of each jar lid - all of these are intact and with no repairs.
This one is a much rarer one entitled SUGAR. It is a larger size. The body height is 6 inches, and the height with the lid to the top of the knop is 6 1/2 inches. The diameter is 5 inches. The pot was made to contain Granulated Sugar.
The weight unpacked is 1 kg.
Marked to the base with the Mintons crown and globe stamp and a hand-painted reference no: E4644, as photographed.
BIOGRAPHY: John Wadsworth was a celebrated ceramics designer. He was born in Macclesfield and studied at Stockport Schools of Art. In 1898 he was awarded a scholarship to the Royal College of Art, where he was influenced by Walter Crane and William Lethaby. Wadsworth was appointed Assistant Art Director in 1901 and became Art Director in 1905. He moved to the Royal Worcester Porcelain Company as Art Director in 1915 before returning to work at Mintons in 1935.
John Wadsworth is probably best known for his wonderful early 20th-century Secessionist Art Nouveau ceramic designs and tube-lined decoration.
To make sure the pots are all safe in transit - I would probably have to send to you in the UK with Parcelforce24. This will cost £10 and applied to your order at checkout. If you are interested in more than one pot - any postage overpayments would be refunded.