{"product_id":"victorian-salt-glazed-faux-bois-urn-by-hexter-humpherson-co-newton-abbot","title":"Victorian Salt-Glazed \"Faux Bois\" Urn by Hexter Humpherson \u0026 Co., Newton Abbot","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Description \u0026amp; Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA magnificent example of English garden pottery, this large twin-handled urn is by the respected Devon firm Hexter Humpherson \u0026amp; Co. of Newton Abbot. Produced in the late Victorian to Edwardian period, it showcases the robust charm and durability that made their salt-glazed faux bois stoneware so popular for both garden and conservatory use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnusually modelled to resemble a section of tree trunk, the urn is of classic Campana form. The body is heavily textured with vertical bark-like striations, natural knot holes, and a wonderfully rustic, organic surface that captures the realistic appearance of weathered wood. The everted rim features a textured, rustic finish, while the underside of the bowl is attractively lobed. Two substantial, ribbed loop handles are positioned on either side for easy handling and balanced aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe entire piece is covered in a distinctive salt-glaze — a rich, speckled brown with golden-brown highlights that catch the light beautifully, giving it an aged, earthy character typical of high-fired stoneware. The interior is also fully glazed, making it suitable for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eImpressed \"H\" in a square and the oval stamp \"HEXTER HUMPHRESON \u0026amp; CO NEWTON ABBOT\/THE POTTERIES\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e66 cm (H); 56 cm (D). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions or would like further information on this item, kindly contact us using the enquiry form below or email us at contact@brilligandborogove.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brillig \u0026 Borogove | Decorative Antiques \u0026 Wallpapers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57095444070777,"sku":"BHL102025-1069B","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/3532\/3673\/files\/victorian-salt-glazed-faux-bois-urn-by-hexter-humpherson-co-newton-abbot-2563212.jpg?v=1777376952","url":"https:\/\/brilligandborogove.com\/products\/victorian-salt-glazed-faux-bois-urn-by-hexter-humpherson-co-newton-abbot","provider":"Brillig \u0026 Borogove | Decorative Antiques \u0026 Wallpapers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}