Antique Thomas Maddock’s Sons “Madera” Vitreous China Toilet Bowl – Made in U.S.A.

Description :
This antique Thomas Maddock’s Sons “Madera” vitreous china toilet bowl was crafted in Trenton, New Jersey, a notable center for early American sanitary ware. The bowl displays the brand’s classic anchor mark and “Made in U.S.A.” stamp. It features a rounded front design with a substantial, flared pedestal base typical of early 20th-century commercial and institutional fixtures. The piece shows age-appropriate surface wear, light crazing, and visible hairline cracks near the base, which add to its authenticity and vintage character. Ideal for collectors of architectural salvage or for creative repurposing in design projects.

Era:
Early 20th century (circa 1910s–1930s).

Style:
Industrial / Early American Utility.

Technique:
Slip-cast vitreous china fired at high temperature for a dense, glazed finish.

Tools Used:
Slip molds, glaze sprayers, gas-fired kiln, and mechanical buffing tools.

History:
Thomas Maddock’s Sons Co. was one of the earliest American plumbing fixture manufacturers, known for advancing vitreous china production. The “Madera” model was commonly installed in commercial buildings and upscale residences during the early 1900s.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Thomas Maddock’s Sons Co., Trenton, New Jersey, U.S.A.

Measurements:
Approx. 16" W x 27" D x 15" H

Suggested Weight:
Approx. 60–70 lbs.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
32" L x 22" W x 20" H (pallet or heavy-duty boxed shipping recommended).

Music:
For a piece from the golden age of American manufacturing, Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” captures the craftsmanship and enduring charm of the early 20th century.

Item Number : P15083

Category : Freestanding

Brand : Thomas Maddock’s Sons Co., Trenton, New Jersey, U.S.A.