Johnson Brothers Victorian Ware Ironstone

This item is a piece of glazed ceramic ironstone, specifically identified by its prominent green backstamp as part of the 'Victorian' line by Johnson Brothers. The piece features a cream-colored translucent white slip with a rounded, globular body and a slightly raised circular footrim. The underglaze backstamp includes a crown symbol with the initials 'JB' inside, the series name 'Victorian' in a curved gothic font, and the text 'JOHNSON BROS MADE IN ENGLAND' printed in a crisp teal-green ink. A single capital 'L' appears to the right of the crown. Physically, the item shows signs of age-related wear, including dark particulate accumulation (dirt or grease) trapped along the footrim groove and some light staining on the base. There is a visible orange-tinted mark or chip near the top right of the base, potentially a manufacturing blemish or later surface damage. The craftsmanship represents high-quality mid-20th-century British mass-production earthenware, known for its durability. Based on the specific style of the mark, this piece likely dates to the post-1913 era, possibly mid-1940s to 1950s. The smooth glaze finish and heavy ceramic body are characteristic of traditional Staffordshire pottery.