Minton Majolica Game Pie Tureen with Liner and Cover

A Minton Majolica Game Pie Dish with Liner and Lid, executed in polychrome-glazed earthenware. This three-component set comprises the exterior tureen base, the fitted cover, and a separate internal liner. The oval base is modeled in high relief to simulate a woven brown wicker basket, resting on four stump-form feet. The exterior is further decorated with applied green oak leaves and vine handles. The interior of the base is finished with a bright turquoise glaze. The removable internal liner is plain cream-colored glazed earthenware. The cover is dramatically modeled depicting a dense arrangement of dead game, including a hare, a mallard duck, and other fowl resting on foliage, with a branch serving as the handle. Visible markings on the turquoise underside include "Minton", the letter N, and impressed numbers 899. Dimensions: 12.50"L x 8.00"W x 7.00"H Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimate:£60.53

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