
These two vases are the only known examples of ceramics designed by Godwin (other than tiles) and will compliment his furniture designs already in the V&A. Godwin's work epitomises British aestheticism with its clean lines inspired by Japanese forms. These vases are decorated with Japanese inspired motifs: birds in rectangular fields bordered by floral and ornamental bands. The coffee table depicted on one of the vases is in the V&A's collection.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Vases, c. 1877
Date supported
2008
Medium and material
Earthenware
Dimensions
19 x 21.6 cm
Grant
50000
Total cost
112500

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