Antique Four-Piece Wash Set - Nelly - Villeroy & Boch - c1890s

Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite 4-piece Villeroy & Boch wash set in the enchanting Nelly pattern.

Dating back to the height of the Art Nouveau period, this rare find reflects the era's hallmark floral curves and sophisticated design. Made from glazed ironstone, each piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship and durability, carrying the distinguished green "Mercury" ink stamp used by Villeroy & Boch between 1874 and 1909.

The set includes:

• A gracefully proportioned pitcher, in perfect vintage condition, free of cracks or chips.
• A generously sized basin, equally flawless, ready to anchor the ensemble with its classic form.
• A charming soap dish with a removable plate, offering both functionality and beauty.
• A delicate toothbrush dish, with a small chip on the upper edge—just enough to remind you of its storied past.

Whether as a decorative centrepiece or an heirloom-worthy collectible, this set captures the romance of another era. It’s a rare opportunity to own a piece of Villeroy & Boch history in such exceptional condition.

• Material: Ironstone
• Style: Art Nouveau
  
• Pattern: Nelly
• Technique: Glazed Ironstone
• Place of Origin: Germany
• Mark: Villeroy & Boch green "Mercury" ink stamp, used between 1874 and 1909.
• Condition: 
  Pitcher: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips.
  Basin: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips. 
  Soap Dish: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips
  Toothbrush Dish: good vintage condition: there is a small chip on the upper edge of the dish.

Dimension:
Pitcher:
Height: 31 cm | 12.2 in
Diameter: 24 cm | 9.4 in
Weight: 1.5 kg

Basin:
Diameter: 43 cm | 17 in
Height: 13 cm | 5.1 in
Weight: 3.2 kg

Soap Dish:
Width: 16 cm | 6.3 in
Depth: 11 cm | 4.3 in
Height: 10 cm | 3.9 in
Weight: 0.4 kg

Toothbrush Dish:
Width: 22.5 cm | 8.9 in
Depth: 9 cm | 3.5 in
Height: 9 cm | 3.5 in
Weight: 0.6 kg