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Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Flash / Thunder & Lightning Sparrow Beak Milk Jug C.1770
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Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Flash / Thunder & Lightning Sparrow Beak Milk Jug C.1770

18th century
Sold 2 April 2025 · The Fancy Fox
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A very fine Worcester porcelain sparrow beak milk jug of baluster shape with a grooved strap handle. Painted in the rare oriental inspired "Thunder & Lightning" pattern (also known as the "Flash" pattern), in iron red, puce pink, pale green and true black enamel with gilded accents. Double ringed border in red enamel above the foot and to the rim. c.1770.

Provenance: Klaber & Klaber.

It measures 8.9cm (3 1/2") high, 8cm (3 1/8") spout to handle and 6.5cm (2 1/2") wide.

In excellent condition with no damage, repair or restoration. The glaze has been worn off the very tip of the spout and some wear to the red enamel on the rim. Otherwise the enamel has minimal handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Worcester Porcelain Milk Jug to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.9cm (3.50")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
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SA1133470
Dealers Internal Reference
FA1795
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A very fine Worcester porcelain sparrow beak milk jug of baluster shape with a grooved strap handle.
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Painted in the rare oriental inspired "Thunder & Lightning" pattern (also known as the "Flash" pattern), in iron red, puce pink, pale green and true black enamel with gilded accents.
The Fancy Fox

Double ringed border in red enamel above the foot and to the rim. c.1770.

fig 1. A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns.
fig 1. Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Flash / Thunder & Lightning Sparrow Beak Milk Jug C.1770

Provenance: Klaber & Klaber.

It measures 8.9cm (3 1/2") high, 8cm (3 1/8") spout to handle and 6.5cm (2 1/2") wide.

In excellent condition with no damage, repair or restoration. The glaze has been worn off the very tip of the spout and some wear to the red enamel on the rim. Otherwise the enamel has minimal handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Worcester Porcelain Milk Jug to the 18th Century.

Height
8.9cm (3.50")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133470
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1795
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive I A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Flash / Thunder & Lightning Sparrow Beak Milk Jug C.1770

Archive II A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View II
Archive III A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View III
Archive IV A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View IV
Archive V A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View V
Archive VI A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View VI
Archive VII A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View VII
Archive VIII A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View VIII
Archive IX A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View IX
Archive X A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View X
Archive XI A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View XI
Archive XII A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns. View XII
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A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns.
Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Flash / Thunder & Lightning Sparrow Beak Milk Jug c.1770
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A small white porcelain milk jug featuring a distinct sparrow beak spout and hand-painted floral and geometric patterns.
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  • ObjectCream Jugs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSoft-paste porcelain, enamel glaze
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsSparrow beak spout, Hand-painted polychrome florals, Geometric flash motif, Loop handle
  • SizeH 8.9 cm (4 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

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First Period Worcester refers to porcelain produced at the Worcester factory from its founding in 1751 until roughly 1783, known for fine craftsmanship and innovative glaze formulations.

These pieces were crafted using a soft-paste porcelain body, which combined white clay with glass frit and soapstone, fired at lower temperatures than hard-paste porcelain.

Authentic pieces often feature period-appropriate underglaze blue marks, workmans marks, characteristic glaze pooling, and weight inconsistencies typical of eighteenth-century soft-paste manufacturing.

Display the piece within a glass-fronted cabinet, on an open shelf with adequate support, or as a standalone decorative accent on a wooden surface to highlight its historical texture.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight, avoid harsh chemical cleaners, wash by hand with lukewarm water only when necessary, and prevent display in areas prone to sudden temperature shifts.
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