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Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base

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By retro1971, 16 April, 2021
Description

Ok, so I have this large and unusual piece of Australian Melrose Ware pottery. Im actually not sure if its "just ugly" or "beautifully unique" because i can't find a single thing that looks remotely like this! The jug stands at 40cmH x 17cmW and the circular "base" is 28cmW X 5cmH It has a little damage to the spout (home repairs) and a few chips & missing/peeled paint on the base. It has the stamp Melrose Australian Ware on base and the number 415 on the base of the jug It comes from my uncles deceased estate in Melbourne and can remember it sitting on the kitchen table as a kid mesmerised by the "confetti style" design .. definately over 45 years ago. Any info would be greatly appreciated Thanking you in advance

Category
Pottery
Medium
Pottery
Distinguishing marks
Australian Melrose Ware
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
Jug - 40cmH x 17cmW
Round base - 28cmW x 5cmH
Date Period
Mid 1970's
History
From a relatives deceased estate. Pretty sure it was purchased in Melbourne Victoria in the early to mid 70's.
For Sale?
No
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MarkBlemish

4 years 2 months ago

Re: Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base

This looks like the paint was added on, maybe acrylic and not a fired glaze.

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retro1971

4 years 2 months ago

Re: Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base

I agree. Do you think its worth it to try and restore it to the original green colour under that flaking paint?

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MarkBlemish

4 years 2 months ago

In reply to Re: Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base by retro1971

Re: Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base

I’m not an expert but the shape looks so unique that I’d be intrigued and would do it just to see what it looks like in it’s original state.

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Lovejoy

4 years 2 months ago

Re: Vintage Australian Melrose Ware Jug and Base

I don't recall seeing Melrose in anything other than a glazed finish. if it's paint, it was added later after sale.

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