Why You’ll Love It
A charming Hamlet Cloves grocer's jar has been attributed to the late British IGMA artisan Terry Curran by the former owner. Though unsigned, the piece is highly consistent with Curran's sought-after Hamlet grocer series. The petite porcelain urn is adorned with delicate hand-painted gold gilt bands and a rich purple accent ring beneath the lid. The beautifully executed transfer label displays the distinguished "Hamlet & Sons Ltd. Established in 1820" crest complete with a regal emblem, decorative scrollwork, and the hallmark HAMLET SUPERIOR branding. Below, the word "CLOVES" appears in bold blue lettering, just as one might find on a fine grocer's or apothecary container in the late nineteenth century.
Perfect for displaying in a Victorian pantry, country kitchen, grocer's shop, apothecary, butler's pantry, merchant's store, or fine miniature ceramics collection.
Details
Materials: Porcelain
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ¾" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Terry Curran (United Kingdom)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This lidded Cloves jar only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
