Antique Crown Devon Ware cookie Jar 19121930s S.F. & Co. StokeonTrent

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Ceramic Body: Good vintage condition, with no chips or cracks.Hand-Painted Decoration: Colors remain vibrant, with minor fading typical of its age.Metal Components: Tarnishing and wear on the silver or nickel-plated lid and handle, consistent with its period.

Brand: Crown Devon

Pattern: Floral

Antique: Yes

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Item Height: 7 in

Style: Antique

Item Length: 4.5 in

Item Width: 4.5 in

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

This charming Devon Ware biscuit barrel was crafted by S.F. & Co. (S. Fielding & Company) in StokeonTrent, England, between 1912 and 1930. The piece embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of early 20thcentury English ceramics.

Product Features:

• Material: Earthenware with metal fittings (silver or nickelplated).
• Design: Cream/peach ceramic body with handpainted purple pansies and green ferns.
• Markings: Backstamp features "DEVON WARE S.F. & CO. STOKEONTRENT ENGLAND" with a distinctive crown emblem.
• Handle & Lid: Silver or nickelplated metal with a smooth polished finish.

Condition:

• Ceramic Body: Good vintage condition, with no chips or cracks.
• HandPainted Decoration: Colors remain vibrant, with minor fading typical of its age.
• Metal Components: Tarnishing and wear on the silver or nickelplated lid and handle, consistent with its period.

Historical Context:

The "Devon Ware" line began around 1912, after S. Fielding & Co. renamed their factory "Devon Pottery." This piece's crown mark and decorative style reflect the early 20thcentury trends in decorative and functional ceramics. Biscuit barrels like this were popular household items, often gifted or used as elegant tableware.

This timeless Crown Devon biscuit barrel is ideal for collectors or anyone who appreciates fine English pottery with historical significance.

It can be a nice gift!