A vintage, and possibly antique, Moorcroft vase by William Moorcroft.
The height is 80mm.
Date assessment:-
The impressed MOORCROFT and MADE IN ENGLAND stamps on the base along with what appears to be a shape identification number, also impressed, suggests a date range c1918 to 1926. Nb further referral to reference book advises similar stamps are found from 1926 to 1928 but without an impressed shape identification number due to a change in the manufacturing process.
Design:-
The vase has no specific floral or other design but rather a pattern of colour variation, an attractive mottled effect and a rich lustre finish. The finish has a flambé appearance and it is quite possibly a flambé piece as it was in the 1920's and 1930's that William Moorcroft developed the Moorcroft flambé process.
Condition:-
Vintage and antique items may have imperfections due to the manufacturing processes of the day, usage perhaps over many years and how it has been stored. Small surface marks etc may be present but any significant issues will always be highlighted in the description. High quality images are provided as a matter of course and any questions will be answered as accurately as possible.
The vase has been closely inspected and assessed as in excellent vintage/antique condition with no chips, cracks or crazing noted. In fact the only issue possibly worthy of separate mention are few small and very shallow surface scratches – please see images.
An opportunity for a collector to add a piece of vintage, and possibly antique (based on the 100 year old definition), Moorcroft pottery to a collection. This piece really does display beautifully and should prove a worthy addition to many a collection.
This vintage Moorcroft vase is available online or by visiting the Antiques Centre in York. If visiting the Centre please view Cabinet 138 situated on the Lower Ground Floor, for other Moorcroft Pottery, including early vintage and more modern pieces.