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English Majolica Cabbage Butter or Cheese Dish with Tomato Finial, circa 1920s

$350
£261.71
€305.66
CA$491.75
A$498.05
CHF 286.10
MX$6,039.46
NOK 3,318.76
SEK 3,378.11
DKK 2,285.16

About the Item

A charming English majolica butter dish or cheese dish modeled as a crisp green cabbage leaf and topped with a vibrant red tomato finial. This whimsical ceramic piece embodies the enduring appeal of English majolica tableware, celebrated for its richly colored glazes and naturalistic forms. Produced in England during the early to mid-20th century, the dish features deeply molded cabbage leaves rendered in brilliant green glazes with subtle tonal variations and realistic veining. The removable domed lid is crowned with a sculptural tomato and foliage finial, creating a delightful garden-inspired presentation. The underside bears a "Made in England" mark, consistent with many English majolica and cottage-industry ceramic productions of the period. Pieces such as this were designed to bring a touch of whimsy and country-house charm to the breakfast table and remain highly sought after by collectors and interior designers alike. Today, cabbageware continues to be favored by tastemakers for its ability to blend effortlessly into English country, Palm Beach, traditional, maximalist, and garden-inspired interiors. This piece works beautifully: Displayed on open kitchen shelving alongside copper cookware and antique transferware. On a breakfast table holding European butter, jams, or pastries. Styled within a green-and-white dining room for an English country-house aesthetic. Mixed with wicker, rattan, and botanical ceramics in a Palm Beach-inspired interior. Used as a decorative accent atop a stack of antique cookbooks. Layered into a summer tablescape with asparagus servers, majolica plates, and garden flowers. Added to a collection of lettuce and cabbageware. Dimensions: 6.5" Wide 5" Deep 3.5" Tall
  • Similar to:
    Shorter & Son Ltd 1 (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Hollywood Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Age-appropriate wear, including two very small chips and crazing throughout.
  • Seller Location:
    Oklahoma City, OK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3382350277102

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