{"product_id":"antique-majolica-thomas-forester-stilton-cheese-dome","title":"Antique Majolica Thomas Forester Stilton Cheese Dome","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Victorian Majolica Stilton Cheese Dome \u0026amp; Stand | Thomas Forester \u0026amp; Sons | 1870–1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful example of Victorian majolica, this impressive Stilton cheese dome and matching stand were made by Thomas Forester \u0026amp; Sons in Staffordshire, England, around 1870–1880.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing the highly collectible 'Stork in the Marsh' design, the dome is beautifully decorated with raised panels of soft pink cranes standing amongst water lilies and reeds. The birds are framed by bamboo-style arches against a rich cobalt blue background, with a matching geometric bamboo-effect handle completing the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanying circular stand is equally decorative, which follows the pattern of the dome and is embellished with leaves and flowers.  The base has beautifully glazed tortoiseshell centre in shades of emerald green and earthy brown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally designed to keep large Stilton cheeses in perfect condition during Victorian dinner parties, this substantial two-piece set is as useful today as it is decorative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for serving cheese when entertaining, as a centrepiece on a dining table or simply displayed on a dresser or sideboard. A really special piece of Victorian pottery that deserves to be seen and enjoyed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn very good antique condition, particularly considering its age of nearly 150 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dome has no structural cracks or repairs, with minimal age-related glaze crazing and tiny nibbles to the rim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stand retains its vibrant glazing, with a few chips to the underside (please see all images).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see photographs for confirmation of condition, as these form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Information:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch is within 3-5 days (Monday to Saturday). Delivery is usually within 2-5 days however please allow up to 7 days for delivery once your parcel has been dispatched. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive a dispatch notification with your parcel tracking details once your parcel has been dispatched. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivery is calculated based on the weight and size of the items. If you are purchasing multiple items of varying sizes it may be best to contact us for a postage quote as we will combine as much as we can for sending.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Only Nice Things","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304849355137,"sku":"2247","price":196.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/1954\/5793\/files\/IMG_2706.jpg?v=1789995495","url":"https:\/\/www.onlynicethings.co.uk\/products\/antique-majolica-thomas-forester-stilton-cheese-dome","provider":"Only Nice Things ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}