Wilton Parker Rix Doulton Lambeth Marqueterie Ware Twin Handled Vase Circa 1895

Rix became a trainee manager at Doulton Lambeth in 1868 rising to the position of taking charge of the embryonic art department two years later. He was responsible for setting up exhibitions and launching the new decorative ware. As the first art director he trained new artists and claimed to have worked with more than 1,000 recruits during his career at Doulton. Rix played an important part in the development of colored glazes and pigments suitable for salt-glazed firing. He also produced new earthenware used for Faience decoration, Silicon Ware and Marqueterie Ware, which he patented jointly with Henry Doulton in 1887. Rix was heavily involved in the community at Doulton and played a very important role in the development and success achieved. Marqueterie Ware was one of the styles of pottery developed and introduced by Rix and due to the very fine nature of the pottery, and probably limited production, not a great deal has survived. This rare vase of flattened oval shape stands raised on a skirted narrow oval shaped foot with a flat flask shaped body with molded shell patterned sides and with central panels decorated in low relief with gilded floral designs within scrolling leafy branch surrounds. The vase narrows at the top with ornate scroll handles applied to the shoulder with the a wider opening mimicking the shape of the foot. The vase is made in a thin marbled slip clay combining blue, brown and white with elements of red and with gilding to the patterning, handles and around the upper and lower elements of the vase. The vase has a printed black Doulton & Rixâs Patent mark dated 12-7-1887 to the base along with a recorded unidentified artist mark and assistant marks for Christina Wood. The vase also has an original Richard Dennis Pottery Exhibition 1975 Part II label to the base showing the vase to be lot 216. Provenance: Ex Richard Dennis Pottery Exhibition 1975 Part II and from the collection of the late Dr Ronald Austin of Swansea and acquired by a Belgium based collector from the UK Art Market. Condition: A very rare and fine example in good presentable condition however does appear to have some professional restoration to the top rim and possibly other elements with some regilding. Size: Depth: 5.5cm, Width: 11.25cm, Height: 21.5. Mckenzie Art & Design. Add to favourite sellers. Wilton Parker Rix Doulton Lambeth Marqueterie Ware Twin Handled Vase Circa 1895. The vase has a printed black Doulton & Rix’s Patent mark dated 12-7-1887 to the base along with a recorded unidentified artist mark and assistant marks for Christina Wood. Packaging Process We are a small team and take great pride in ensuring that all out items are packed well and sent using appropriate strong packing materials with appropriate protection. We also believe in recycling packing materials where-ever possible and where the condition of the packing materials is suitable for this. All items are wrapped in specialist protective tissue paper protecting the surface of all antiques and collectibles and then in layers of bubble wrap secured with FRAGILE marked tape. All items, where appropriate are surrounded using appropriate soft fill chips, biodegradable whereever possible, and help make the contents safe and free from impact risk. All edges of boxes are fully taped and all are finished with FRAGILE warning tape. Multiple Items On occasions clients may wish to order a number of items being delivered to the same address and we will ensure that these are packed into a single or multiple boxes ensuring that the safety of the contents is not jeopardised. If this is not possible we will ensure that the client is advised of when to expect dispatch of their item. We always expedite using the most efficient and effective service. Being able to share one’s passion is the dream! As a young boy Frank McKenzie would spend his time visiting local’Jumble Sales’ and foraging landfill on old railway lines for abandoned treasures. Since then and as an entrepreneur and accountant he has had a diverse and interesting career. With the emergence of the Internet this has since evolved into a thriving business. This has since expanded to incorporate branded handbags and jewellery. In 2021 the watch business was acquired by German online watch platform Chrono24 and Frank continued to run Xupes but with handbags and jewellery. He founded McKenzie Art & Design to handle the sale of his vast collection. Today the business is a LAPADA accredited member and Frank enjoys sharing his life-long passion with dealers and interior designers worldwide and has also developed relationships with private collectors across the globe. Above all the business prides itself in its honesty and integrity and provides a service second to none with the emphasis on delivering items safely and securely. The focus has always been, and remains, in ensuring that our clients are always happy and satisfied with the service they receive.