Βικτωριανή Σετ νιπτήρα (5) - Villeroy & Boch - Γυαλισμένη κεραμική (πηλινοκεραμική / σιδηροπετρική) με διακόσμηση κοβαλτικού μπλε και χρυσού.

Elegant antique washstand service produced by the renowned German manufacturer Villeroy & Boch at its Mettlach factory during the late Victorian / early Edwardian period.

The set is executed in ivory-white glazed ceramic decorated with a rich cobalt blue border enhanced by hand-applied gilt accents. The clean geometric decoration reflects the refined domestic aesthetic of the period and gives the ensemble a timeless appearance.

The lot comprises five matching pieces: a large water pitcher, wash basin, large covered sponge or soap box, and two smaller covered accessory containers. Original factory marks are present on the pieces.

Complete washstand services with multiple matching accessories are increasingly difficult to find, particularly from established European manufacturers such as Villeroy & Boch. The ensemble represents a fine example of turn-of-the-century bathroom and bedroom furnishing ceramics.

A decorative and collectible antique set suitable for display in traditional, Victorian, Edwardian, or country-house interiors.

Included Pieces (5)

Large water pitcher / ewer
Height: 30 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 15 cm

Large wash basin
Diameter: 46.5 cm
Height: 14 cm

Large covered sponge/soap box
24 × 11 cm
Height: 9 cm

Two (2) Small covered accessory box
15 × 10 cm
Height: 8 cm


Condition Report

The set remains visually impressive and displays very well despite age-related wear.

Pitcher

Good antique condition.
Minor surface wear and light wear to gilding.

Wash Basin

Hairline crack visible in the basin.
Minor age-related wear.
Still suitable for display.

Large Covered Box

Wear to cobalt and gilt decoration.
Light surface wear from age and use.
Structurally sound.

Small Covered Box No. 1

Moderate wear to gilding.
Minor age-related wear.
No major structural damage observed.

Small Covered Box No. 2

Noticeable chip/loss to the lid edge.
Wear to gilding and enamel.
Otherwise structurally stable.

Overall condition consistent with a well-preserved antique washstand service dating from the turn of the century.