Victorian Floral Foot Bath / Basin — Shell-Scroll End, Pink Ground

A glimpse of the Victorian washstand: deep oval basin, rosy transfer flowers, and a flourish of shell-scroll at one end. Set it on a hamper or vanity and it reads like a bouquet—perfect for rolled towels, bath salts, or as a centerpiece planter. This survivor shows honest age and one visible chip at the scroll end (see close-up), priced accordingly.

Large oval Victorian footbath in ceramic with transfer-printed roses and soft pink ground, edged in time-worn gilt. Made for warm soaks beside the fire or washstand, pieces like this survive as beautiful, useful vessels—towels by the tub, orchids on a console, or seasonal centerpieces. Condition is decorative-good with a noted at the ornamental scroll end and expected surface wear; stable and displays well. Underside carries a hand number “76164”; no maker’s mark found.

Specifications

• Maker: Unknown (English/Continental workshop)
• Type: Foot Bath / Wash Basin
• Materials: Ceramic (ironstone/earthenware) with transfer-printed floral decoration and gilt highlights
• Condition: Decorative-good with wear to gilt and surfaces; **chip at scroll end** as shown; scattered small scuffs from use; stable
• Marks: Hand-inscribed number “76164” underside; no maker’s mark found
• Provenance: Private collection
• Era: Late 19th–early 20th century (Victorian/Edwardian)
• SKU: BV-ELDH-57
• Style: Victorian / Cottage
• Pattern / Collection: Rose transfer with gilt rim