Early Ironstone China

Staffordshire Ironstone jug c1825

The term 'Ironstone' was first used by Mason's in 1813 and soon other Staffordshire potters began to use it to describe their wares although Mason's alone used 'Patent Ironstone China' to distinguish their output. Here are two lovely dragon handled (Fenton shape) jugs from this period. For more visit Premier Antiques

Staffordshire Ironstone jug c1825

Early Ironstone China

Once Mason's had patented their ironstone china in 1813, several other Staffordshire potters began producing their own versions a few years later. Here is an early 'imari' pattern ironstone jug with a snake handle. Impressed with the mark 'Ironstone China'. For more details see Premier Antiques

Staffordshire Ironstone China Snake Handled 'Hydra' Jug c1825