If you have started collecting ironstone, keep hearing the seasoned collectors using the term ewer, and are wondering what on earth an ewer is, you are in luck today because I have the prettiest basketweave ironstone ewer to show you!
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Welcome back to my first blog series ever — An Ironstone Unboxing of my Old House Bins! Today, we will check out the contents of the second bin I opened. If you missed the first post and all of the details on this series, you can check that out at Ombre Stained Ironstone Pitcher.
Basketweave Ironstone Ewer Box
This second box included ten items and was mostly pitchers except for an ironstone mold and sauce tureen. There were three unmarked pieces, and all those items with markings were English. For the most part, the pieces maintained their white coloring with the only stained item being a syrup pitcher.
These are my favorite bins to move breakables in! They are made of hard plastic that holds its form when hot, and the lids have extra secure latches surrounding the perimeter of the bin.
41 quart bin | 62 quart bin | 74 quart bin
Basketweave Ironstone Ewer Plus Two
Three ewers were in this box. I typically just say “pitcher” when I’m referring to an ewer because it is easier to say, in my opinion. Technically, though, using the word ewer when describing an ironstone pitcher will clarify the size to an avid collector. An ewer is the larger pitcher that would have been used with a wash basin.
The most notable ewer in this bin was the pitcher by “Alfred Meakin” in the Basketweave with Band pattern. The “with band” refers to that ivy band that runs through the basketweave. There is a plain basketweave pattern of ironstone as well.
The other ewers have very feminine and bulbous shapes compared to the basketweave ironstone ewer. They were made by “Alfred Meakin” and “Johnson Bros.”
More Ironstone Pitchers
One of the five remaining pitchers in this second bin is a syrup pitcher. Its lid has broken off, but the pewter rivets near the handle are the giveaway of its original use. This is the one stained pitcher in the bin, and it is unmarked.
Two of these ironstone pitchers have the more typical, plain shape associated with the trendy farmhouse style. One is 6.75” tall and made by “Thomas Hughes.” The other is 5” tall and made by “Baker & Co.” It is this last one that has a rope and cable detail at the transition of the rim to the thumbrest.
The two remaining pitchers are more embossed. One is unmarked and stands about 7.5” tall. The other is an inch shorter and made by “Johnson Bros.”
Ironstone Mold and Sauce Tureen
The two non-pitchers in this bin are an ironstone mold and a sauce tureen. The mold is unmarked with a circular base and almost flower-like shape.
The sauce tureen is “President Shape” by “Edwards.” It is missing its ladle.
Related Posts, Pages, and Sources
- If you are wanting to locate an antique or vintage find like ones I shared in this post, check out these listings for antique ironstone.
- If you are looking for other antiques for your home, check out my Antiques Shop Page.
- If you are looking for more inspiration using antiques in your home, check out these posts:
- If you are wanting to catch up on the entire Ironstone Unboxing of my Old House Bins Series, check out these posts:
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- This Post is Bin #2.
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Ironstone Unboxing Blog Series
Two boxes down, thirty-one to go! Which piece in Bin #2 was your favorite? Was there a new pattern or type of ironstone that you discovered after seeing the contents of this second box? I am so excited to be unboxing these old house bins and rediscovering some great ironstone pieces together with you.
If you are inspired to do some ironstone shopping, I would love to see your find. Be sure to tag me @inheritedadco in your photo.
