Vintage Douwe Egberts Glass Canister Jar Pair Orla Kiely Martha Olivia MCM
£28.00
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Vintage Douwe Egberts Glass Canister Jar Pair Orla Kiely Martha Olivia MCM
£28.00
Overview
- Type: Vintage Collectible Kitchen Canisters / Limited Edition Glass Larder Storage Jars
- Designer / Artist: Orla Kiely and Martha Olivia (Dual Artist Collaboration Lot)
- Brand: Douwe Egberts
- Manufacturer: Continental Packaging Glassworks
- MPN: Pattern Limited Edition Floral / Product Storage Jar Pair
- Place of Origin: Netherlands / United Kingdom Market Distribution
- Style: Mid-Century Modern Revival / Retro 1970s Aesthetic / Modernist Graphic Art
- Colour: Crystal Clear Glass base, Sunlight Yellow and Jet Black (Orla Kiely Stem), and Soft Lilac Lavender Purple (Martha Olivia Filigree)
- Design Era: Late 20th / Early 21st Century Retrospect (Special Commission Runs c. 2010s)
- Material: Thick-Gauge Moulded Clear Container Glass, Flexible White Rubber Suction Gaskets
- Set Includes: Two (2) Limited Edition Glass Pieces: One (1) Yellow & Black Orla Kiely Sunflower/Stem Pattern 400g Jar, and One (1) Matching Lavender Purple Martha Olivia Floral Scroll 400g Jar (Matched 2-Piece Graphic Pair)
- Features: Airtight Pull-Off Ribbed Glass Lids, High-Durability Screened Enamel Visuals, Multi-Tiered Shoulder Moulding, Embossed Structural Base Markings
- Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition (Both glass vessels are structurally flawless, showing no chips, rim flea bites, or internal fractures; the screened enamel floral graphics are perfectly crisp and bright without peeling, and the original white plastic vacuum suction seals remain tight and functional)
- Size and Capacity: Standard large-format pantry footprint; each jar stands precisely 6.75 inches (approx. 17.1 cm) in total vertical height to the crown of the lid, with a base footprint diameter of 3.5 inches (approx. 8.9 cm) housing a standard 400g dry-goods capacity.
Dating & Historical Context
- Dating: This striking pair of graphic kitchen canisters dates to the highly celebrated mid-century designer collaboration window (c. 2012–2016). This specific release timeline is verified by the base profiles and the presence of the original ribbed pull-top lids, marking a limited-run promotional commission pairing legacy Dutch coffee roasters Douwe Egberts with elite contemporary surface designers.
- Historical Note: Founded in 1753, Douwe Egberts holds an esteemed position in European domestic history, but they achieved modern collector fame in the UK through their heavy, apothecary-style storage jars. Instead of using disposable paper labelling, they periodically commissioned leading artists to print directly onto the glass, encouraging domestic upcycling. The yellow canister showcases the iconic, internationally acclaimed work of Irish fashion designer Orla Kiely, famous for her geometric, clean-lined 1970s style "Scribble Stem" and sunflower motifs that anchored the global mid-century modern (MCM) revival movement. The matching purple canister features the intricate, flowing botanical linework of British illustrator Martha Olivia, providing a gorgeous visual contrast. These limited runs vanished quickly from supermarkets, transforming everyday utility jars into highly sought-after kitchen collectables.
Description
An exceptionally visual and beautifully preserved acquisition for collectors of modern design collaborations, retro kitchen stagers, or open-shelf pantry curators, this matched pair of limited-edition Douwe Egberts storage jars is bursting with character. The lot brings together two distinct design perspectives, pairing Orla Kiely’s bold, geometric yellow-and-black retro stems side-by-side with Martha Olivia’s delicate, swirling lavender-purple floral filigree. Both jars feature a robust, clear glass body with wide shoulders, topped by original, heavy glass lids that use flexible internal suction gaskets to keep dry goods fresh.
An exceptionally visual and beautifully preserved acquisition for collectors of modern design collaborations, retro kitchen stagers, or open-shelf pantry curators, this matched pair of limited-edition Douwe Egberts storage jars is bursting with character. The lot brings together two distinct design perspectives, pairing Orla Kiely’s bold, geometric yellow-and-black retro stems side-by-side with Martha Olivia’s delicate, swirling lavender-purple floral filigree. Both jars feature a robust, clear glass body with wide shoulders, topped by original, heavy glass lids that use flexible internal suction gaskets to keep dry goods fresh.
Expert Identification & Design Features:
- Orla Kiely Signature Graphic: The yellow unit features a bold, repeat graphic sunflower block layout, capturing the optimistic, sunshine-pop styling of the high 1970s movement.
- Martha Olivia Botanical Art: The companion jar features an all-encompassing, screen-printed trailing vine and floral scroll layout in a beautiful, high-contrast lavender hue.
- Apothecary-Style Lids: The glass stoppers feature a heavy, multi-stepped thumb-grip rim, engineered to slide out smoothly while providing a reliable airtight seal when pressed home.
Condition Report
This graphic jar pair is in excellent condition, displaying immaculate preservation with zero post-factory defects or domestic wear. The thick glass bodies and matching heavy glass push-lids are physically flawless, entirely free from rim chips, hairline fractures, base shelf scratches, or cloudy dishwasher clouding. The fired enamel surface graphics are completely intact, vibrant, and entirely free from water peeling, scraping, or cleaning fade. Internally, the storage chambers are pristine and scent-free. The original translucent white internal suction seals are flexible, clean, and fit securely into their tracks, creating a proper airtight hold upon closure.
This graphic jar pair is in excellent condition, displaying immaculate preservation with zero post-factory defects or domestic wear. The thick glass bodies and matching heavy glass push-lids are physically flawless, entirely free from rim chips, hairline fractures, base shelf scratches, or cloudy dishwasher clouding. The fired enamel surface graphics are completely intact, vibrant, and entirely free from water peeling, scraping, or cleaning fade. Internally, the storage chambers are pristine and scent-free. The original translucent white internal suction seals are flexible, clean, and fit securely into their tracks, creating a proper airtight hold upon closure.
Shipping & Logistics
- Domestic Shipping: FREE UK TRACKED DELIVERY.
- Packaging: Given the glass-on-glass layout of these apothecary lids, the stoppers will be uncoupled and cushioned independently from the main cylinders using high-density bubble wrap to prevent shock or chipping. The pair will be nestled together inside a rigid box filled with impact-absorbing void fill to ensure an absolute safe arrival.
- Dispatch: Order before 12.00pm and we ship same day.
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