Vintage Wedgwood & Co ‘Gainsborough’ Blue & White Ceramic Match Holder

A charming vintage blue and white ceramic match holder by Wedgwood & Co Ltd, England, decorated in the richly detailed Gainsborough floral pattern. Originally produced as one of a graduated set of nesting kitchen measures, this beautifully proportioned little pot lends itself perfectly to a new life as a stylish match holder.

Ideal for keeping long fireplace or candle matches close to hand, it looks equally at home beside a candle, on a mantelpiece or displayed on open kitchen shelving. The intricate cobalt blue floral transfer and classic English pottery design make it a timeless addition to both traditional and country house interiors.

The underside bears the original unicorn backstamp:

Gainsborough
Wedgwood & Co Ltd
Founded 1835
Enoch Wedgwood
Genuine Hand Engraving
All Decoration Under Glaze

Maker: Wedgwood & Co Ltd, England
Pattern: Gainsborough
Date: Circa 1950s–1960s
Material: Glazed earthenware
Height: Approximately 2 inches (5 cm)

Condition: Very good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with age. There is some fine, stable crazing to the glaze, as expected of vintage earthenware. Please study the photographs as they form part of the description.

Please note: this is offered as a decorative match holder and is supplied without matches.             Height 5cm x diameter 8cm