Antique Chamber Pot with Lid, Mellor & Co. Semi Vitreous, Embossed Pink and White Thunder Pot
$95.00
Antique Chamber Pot with Lid, Mellor & Co. Semi Vitreous, Embossed Pink and White Thunder Pot
Elevate your home decor with this exquisite antique chamber pot by Mellor & Co. This elegant piece, dating back to a bygone era, showcases an embossed leaf design and is finished in a charming pink and white semi-vitreous glaze. Historically known as a Thunder Pot or Potty, this bowl-shaped container with a single handle was a bedroom essential, discreetly tucked under the bed or in a nightstand cabinet for nightly use. Once an essential item in every household, the chamber pot served as a convenient nighttime toilet before modern plumbing. Its practical design and charming aesthetic make it a fascinating piece of history to own. While its original use may be obsolete, this antique chamber pot makes a fantastic addition to contemporary home decor. It can create an eye-catching display by using it as a planter filled with your favorite flowers or greenery. It can add a touch of vintage charm to your bathroom space being a unique piece that tells a story and piques curiosity. Whether you're an avid collector of antique pottery or simply love vintage decor, this Mellor & Co. chamber pot is a must-have. Its unique design and historical significance make it a standout piece in any collection. Add a piece of history to your home with this charming antique chamber pot.
Size:
Pot:
Approximately 8 inches in height with lid
Approximately 5 inches in height without lid
9 inches in diameter
Note: Due to the vintage nature of this item, minor imperfections may be present, adding to its unique character and charm.
The chamber pot and lid are in excellent condition. There are no chips or cracks. It does have light crazing on the rim of the pot but none on the outside or on the lid. There is a light stain in the inside of the bowl. All of this is normal for a chamber pot of this age. It dates from the 1900s, making it approximately 120 years old.
This would be perfect for a collector or as a display piece.
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'LIKE NEW' Perfect mint condition.
EXCELLENT: Item has no chips cracks or crazing. May show wear from over the years such as small utensil marks.
GREAT: Item shows signs of wear due to everyday use. Larger utensil marks small flea bit chips.
VERY GOOD: Item has larger signs of wear from everyday use. Such as minor scratches, scuffing, crazing or flea bite chips.
GOOD: Item shows its years of use and love. There will be flaws such as chips, small cracks, more pronounced crazing etc. Price will reflect these defects. The item will show a larger amount of wear.
FAIR: Numerous noted flaws, some very significant. Larger cracks, chips, mars, etc. The item will have very significant wear for its years of use.
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