Ironstone Chamber Pot Appraisal

Antique Ironstone Ceramic Chamber Pot

This is a large, utilitarian antique chamber pot crafted from heavy-grade ironstone or white earthenware. The piece features a high-gloss white glaze and a bulbous, rounded body with a wide, flared rim designed for comfort and ease of use. A single, sturdy C-scroll handle is attached to the side, featuring a decorative 'thumb-rest' or spur detail at the top of the handle join, which is characteristic of Victorian and early 20th-century ceramic design. The interior is glazed and shows some minor pitting and darker specks consistent with production from the era. Regarding condition, there is visible 'peppering' (tiny black mineral firing spots) and light surface wear. No major cracks are immediately visible in this view, though some light staining is present at the bottom of the interior well. The weight and thick-walled construction suggest it was designed for durability during the late 19th or early 20th century. The craftsmanship is solid but functional, lacking elaborate hand-painted decoration, which identifies it as a standard household item of its period. A box for Hutschenreuther porcelain is visible nearby, though this specific piece's heavy construction is more consistent with standard ironstone potters from the UK or USA.