CIRCA 1820, UNMARKED PERHAPS BY WILLIAM MASON

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An English pearlware blue and white serving-dish
Circa 1820, unmarked perhaps by William Mason
Of shaped octagonal form, printed with a pastoral scene depicting a shepherdess and companion before a lake and ruined castle, the well with a ribbon and floral border, the rim with foliage and sprays of wild flowers
20 in. (51 cm.) wide

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Lot Essay

William Mason (b. 1785) became a partner with his father Miles Mason in 1806, after only five years in collaboration he began working independently, running Sampson Bagnall's pottery. His wares are usually in earthenware or in his own 'Semi China' body, decorated in underglaze blue and are marked W.Mason from 1822-24. He was also supplied creamware by Wedgwood, but is best known for his deep-scrolled floral borders surrounded by gothic ruins or landscapes. Miles Mason provided important financial backing to the Bagnall works; following his death in 1822, William struggled to retain commercial success and his younger brothers were to take control of the business.

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