Antique Stoneware Ink Bottles, Set of 3 Rustic Bud Vases, Farmhouse Pottery Decor

A charming and characterful set of three antique stoneware ink bottles. Dating from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, this curated trio offers a beautiful snapshot of utilitarian pottery, now perfect for modern rustic interiors. With their simple, hand-thrown forms and earthy, neutral tones, they create an instant, timeless display. One bottle features a clear maker’s mark for Lovatt & Lovatt of Langley Mill.

Features:

• A curated set of three genuine antique stoneware bottles.

• Includes one dark brown salt-glaze pot stamped “Lovatt & Lovatt Langley Mill Notts,” a renowned pottery operating in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

• The set also includes a mid-sized, beige bottle with a soft glaze and a smaller, cream-coloured pot with a lovely, tactile, grainy texture.

• Their robust, heavy construction is a testament to the quality of Victorian-era pottery.

• Perfectly imperfect, they embody a rustic, wabi-sabi aesthetic.

Measurements (Approximate):

• Tallest Bottle: Height: 14.5cm (5.7 inches)

• Medium Bottle: Height: 11.5cm (4.5 inches)

• Smallest Bottle: Height: 9cm (3.5 inches)

Condition: Excellent antique condition. These items have been used and loved for over a century and therefore show authentic signs of their history. There are minor age-related marks, scuffs, light staining, and slight imperfections or ‘slips’ in the stoneware and glaze, which are characteristic of pieces from this era. These are not considered damage but rather part of their unique story and charm. Please see all photos for a detailed view.

Styling Ideas:

• Create a beautiful focal point by displaying the trio on a mantelpiece, console table, or kitchen shelf.

• Use them as individual bud vases, each holding a single stem of a dried flower, grass, or a fresh cutting from the garden.

• Incorporate them into a “shelfie” display alongside vintage books and other curios to add texture and historical interest.

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