Antique Victorian artist signed spittoon by Doulton Lambeth. Made in England late 19th century (1891 - 1900), & signed by artist Emily J Partington. Measurements:height - 3 1/2 inches; diameter 7 1/2 inches. Drum shaped spittoon. Sloping top with two holes in center and side for sanitary uses. Deep blue colour with earthy blue border. Sides have classic Doulton Lambeth moulding and combination of blue, white, ochres and earthy brown tones. A central band of raised ovals, immitating a ring of jewels with white beadwork around it. These are surrounded by raised ochre parallel strips and an oval ring of raised foliage in light blue fading to white. An insised ring seperates a blue ground area from borders with brown ground and mirror-image delicate raised tri-part foliage. There are a number of marks under the spittoon, which is a light tan-brown. 8834; DOULTON LAMBETH ENGLAND and ha. Artist signature done by hand is EP for Emily J Partington who was at the Doulton factory for quite a few years between 1876 and 1912. She was listed in 1882 as a senior assistant. Condition is very good. No chips/cracks/damage/restoration of any consequence. THere is very minor, negligible surface scratching to the top, natural after more than 100 years and similar very minor kiln cracks, mentioned only for the sake of total accuracy and not to be confused with damage of any sort. Thanks to Malcolm D for generous help. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3845 Condition: good Year: 1890 Title: ANTIQUE RARE DOULTON LAMBETH SPITTOON SIGNED COBALT

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