An early 20th century Arts and Crafts style Celtic planter or jardiniere and pedestal in terracotta after a design for Liberty’s London (stamped) by celebrated designer Archibald Knox.
Titled ‘Beowulf’, this large Celtic plant pot designed by Knox was manufactured for Liberty’s by J. Carter and Co, as is stamped on the socle. Carters made stone garden ware and terracotta for Liberty between 1900 and 1910.
Often unstamped, Celtic style planters like these are often mistakenly attributed to the Compton Pottery. However, we can be certain that this one was made for the luxury department store in London due to the ‘Liberty & Co’ stamp on the inside.
Archibald Knox (1864-1933) was a pioneer of modern 20th century design. He was Liberty’s primary designer at the height of their success during the early 20thcentury, his balance of Arts and Crafts, Modernism, Celtic Revival and Art Nouveau style influencing both British and international design. When employed by Liberty’s in 1899, Knox was tasked with designing the department store’s Celtic style silver and pewter ranges, before moving onto terracotta garden ornaments as well as patterns for carpet, wallpaper and fabric. The ‘Beowulf’ planter is one of Knox’s earliest designs, depicting a simple knot inspired by ancient Celtic crosses.
Additional Dimensions
Height 20.87 inch (53 cm)
Width (widest part) 20.87 inch (53 cm)
Inside diameter 15.16 inch (38.5 cm)
Inside height 9.45 inch (24 cm)
Diameter of base socle 14.37 inch (36.5 cm)
Titled ‘Beowulf’, this large Celtic plant pot designed by Knox was manufactured for Liberty’s by J. Carter and Co, as is stamped on the socle. Carters made stone garden ware and terracotta for Liberty between 1900 and 1910.
Often unstamped, Celtic style planters like these are often mistakenly attributed to the Compton Pottery. However, we can be certain that this one was made for the luxury department store in London due to the ‘Liberty & Co’ stamp on the inside.
Archibald Knox (1864-1933) was a pioneer of modern 20th century design. He was Liberty’s primary designer at the height of their success during the early 20thcentury, his balance of Arts and Crafts, Modernism, Celtic Revival and Art Nouveau style influencing both British and international design. When employed by Liberty’s in 1899, Knox was tasked with designing the department store’s Celtic style silver and pewter ranges, before moving onto terracotta garden ornaments as well as patterns for carpet, wallpaper and fabric. The ‘Beowulf’ planter is one of Knox’s earliest designs, depicting a simple knot inspired by ancient Celtic crosses.
Additional Dimensions
Height 20.87 inch (53 cm)
Width (widest part) 20.87 inch (53 cm)
Inside diameter 15.16 inch (38.5 cm)
Inside height 9.45 inch (24 cm)
Diameter of base socle 14.37 inch (36.5 cm)
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Creator:James Carter(Maker),Liberty & Co.(Retailer)
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Attributed to:Archibald Knox (Designer)
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Dimensions:Height: 20.87 in (53.01 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53.01 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53.01 cm)
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Style:Arts and Crafts(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Terracotta
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:Early 20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1900
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Condition:GoodGood structural condition. Small chips and scuffs. Losses to the top of the socle.
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Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: 931458Seller: LU2096326553202
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