Antique English Transferware Sugar Bowl

A beautiful 19th-century Ridgway transferware sugar pot in the “Indus” pattern, circa 1877. Crafted in Staffordshire, England during the Aesthetic Movement. Staffordshire pottery is extremely sought after for its historical significance and superior craftsmanship. The Ridgway family in particular was one of the most important manufacturers of Staffordshire pottery with a history starting in the 18th century. This collectible transferware piece features elegant chinoiserie-style birds and botanical motifs that embody the Aesthetic era’s love of natural beauty.

Originally made as a sugar pot, we love the variety of ways this beautiful piece of transferware can be used. Our ideas include use as a utensil holder, to elegantly hold cheese straws on a charcuterie board or simply as a beautiful vase. 

• Dimensions:  5.75"H x 6"W

• Conditon: Good to very good overall antique condition. Small chips under base as pictured. 

• Country of Origin: England

• Historical information: The Aesthetic Movement arose in late 19th-century England as a reaction to the mass-produced, utilitarian goods of the Industrial Revolution. Embracing the idea of “art for art’s sake,” its artists and designers prioritized beauty, craftsmanship, and refined decoration over function alone. Influenced by the natural world, the movement sought to bring artistry back into everyday objects, offering an elegant alternative to the era’s growing mechanization.