Antique Masons Sauce Boat with Lid English Porcelain Chinoiserie F

Antique masons english chinoiserie famille verte sauce boat with lid, peacocks, 1830 richly decorated in a chinoiserie style with a famille verte-inspired color palette. This remarkable piece illustrates the fusion of oriental decorative motifs with the solidity and elegance of english ironstone ware from the prestigious mason's house. The oval-shaped mini tureen or sauce boat stands on molded feet, giving it an elevated and refined look. The body and domed lid are hand-painted in vibrant tones, depicting exotic birds (peacocks), chrysanthemums, peonies, lotus flowers, and finely executed gilt arabesques. The central panel of the lid features a stylized garden scene with birds and flowers, framed by green-edged floral reserves in the famille verte tradition. The finely ornamented handles and gilt knob complete this piece elegantly. Authenticity is attested by the mason seal, visible both under the sauceboat and inside the lid, confirming its membership in the famous “patent ironstone china” line. These hand-painted designs, inspired by chinese porcelain, demonstrate the popularity of chinoiserie in early 19th-century england, as well as mason’s commitment to decorative art. Historical background mason’s ironstone was developed by charles james mason, who patented the durable formula in 1813. The company was founded by miles mason in 1796 and quickly gained a reputation for excellence by combining technological innovation with sophisticated decor. The mason brand became a symbol of quality and refinement, with products popular in british homes as well as in international luxury markets. His designs were heavily influenced by chinese export porcelain and often featured hand-painted scenes in p styles.