• Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
  • Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825
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Rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, "Oyster Pattern" with turquoise base, hand-painted Regency period, circa 1815–1825

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This rare Mason’s Ironstone sauce tureen, dating from around 1815 to 1825, is an exceptional example of early 19th-century English ceramic design. Decorated in the vibrant "Oyster" pattern, the piece features hand-painted peonies and stylised foliage in rich iron red, deep cobalt blue, and highlighted with delicate gilding. The design is set against a crisp white ground, contrasted elegantly by a turquoise-glazed footed base.

The tureen is finished with moulded cobalt and gilt side handles and a scroll-moulded finial atop the lid. The bold colour palette, Imari-inspired motifs, and carefully applied enamelling reflect the high standard of Mason’s early Regency production.

This piece would make a striking addition to a collection of English Ironstone, Regency ceramics, or period tableware. It also serves beautifully as a decorative feature for a dresser, sideboard, or country house kitchen display.

Weight: 795 g
Height (to finial): 13.5 cm / 5.31″
Height (to rim): 7 cm / 2.76″
Base dimensions: 13.5 cm × 8.5 cm / 5.31″ × 3.35″

Good antique condition. Hairline cracks are present on the base and near the handles, consistent with age and use. The colours remain vibrant, and the hand-painted decoration is crisp and well preserved. Displays beautifully and remains highly decorative.

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