A rare Victorian-era Minton strainer with romantic Swiss scenery — a true collector’s heirloom steeped in 19th-century history and charm.

Measurements: 12 1/4 x 8 3/4 inches
Maker’s Marks: “GENEVESE” OPAQUE CHINA, Cursive M signifying “MINTON”
Impressed: 16 (perhaps pattern number). Bust of a man / woman
Internal notes: QC passed

Step into a refined Victorian dining room, where every detail — from silver cutlery to fine ceramics — reflected a family’s taste and worldliness. This exquisite pierced strainer, adorned with the sepia-toned ‘Genevese’ pattern, evokes the quiet elegance of 19th-century tableware. The view of romanticised Geneva, nestled between mountains and florals, tells of a time when European travel and landscapes captivated the British imagination. Its generous size and ornate design suggest both function and beauty, inviting you to experience the past not just visually, but emotionally — as if you were there, feeling the porcelain’s cool touch and admiring its artistry.

Created by Minton, one of England’s most celebrated ceramic makers, this piece is steeped in pedigree. The hallmark “GENEVESE OPAQUE CHINA” and the iconic cursive “M” for Minton confirm its authenticity. The impressed number “16” and subtle bust motif on the reverse add further intrigue, hinting at its place within a larger decorative series. Minton’s legacy — from encaustic tiles to elegant tableware — made them leaders of the Victorian ceramic golden age. This strainer would have been both a display of refined taste and a conversation piece in its original home.

Today, it stands as a symbol of preservation — a living relic of craftsmanship, design, and cultural memory. For collectors, historians, and those passionate about British and European decorative arts, this is more than a ceramic object; it’s a connection to a world of travel, beauty, and tradition. Whether hung as art or lovingly displayed in a collection, this strainer invites its new custodian to continue the legacy of cherishing and protecting historical treasures.

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