Olive-green ground vase with pâte-sur-pâte decoration 1884

This 1884 vase by the Minton company is a stunning example of pâte-sur-pâte, a ceramic decoration technique. The vase is adorned with a delicate depiction of a woman, likely a Greek goddess, rendered in white slip on a deep olive-green background. The vase is also decorated with gold and other colors, adding depth and richness to the piece. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses this exceptional example of Victorian ceramic artistry.