Victorian 'John Melrose' Cream Pot

A Victorian cream pot inscribed 'THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES CREAMERIES, JOHN MELROSE EDINBURGH'.

A Victorian cream pot inscribed 'THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES CREAMERIES, JOHN MELROSE EDINBURGH'. The bael is centred by a very attractive and appealling thistle motif.

The condition of this pot is solid though it has some major discolouration (see image for fair representation). It also bears a chip to the bottom front.

Victorian chemist pots and preserve jars such as these are highly collectable thanks to their decorative appeal and nostaglic texts. Our current collection consists of some excellent designs that we feel are sturdy enough to be in use. They are a welcome alternative to modern ceramic 'holders' being genuine, characterful and unique.

Each bears the label describing it's contents along with the name of company for which it was made. The transfer printed labels were applied prior to the glaze and firing so would not wear off or fade - hence their survival for over a hundred years!

They were found by a Cornishman who has spent many years scouring forgotten waste disposal sites countrywide. They have sat buried beneath rubbish dumps and are in remarkable condition.

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£15.00