Torquay Motto Ware Vase
$40.00
A delightful Torquay motto ware vase with crimped rim. The motto reads: “Good courage breaks ill luck” The rear depicts a Cockrill and “Good morning”.
Origin: Devon, England.
Period: Pre 1932.
Condition: This vase is in very good undamaged condition.
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| Approximate Dimensions (cm) | H 10.7 |
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Description
Description
A delightful Torquay motto ware vase with crimped rim. The motto reads: “Good courage breaks ill luck” The rear depicts a Cockrill and “Good morning”.
A classic example of Devon motto pottery, this vase is made from warm terracotta clay and decorated by hand in the traditional Torquay style. The painted motifs and inscribed motto give it the distinctive folk‑art character associated with the Torquay potteries, which produced these pieces from the late 19th century through the mid‑20th century. With its rustic charm and individually hand‑painted details, this vase is a delightful piece of English country pottery and a collectible example of the region’s well‑loved motto ware tradition.
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