An attractive English Staffordshire pearlware jug of the late Georgian to early Victorian period, circa 1825–1840. Baluster in form with softly faceted sides, a scalloped rim and a shaped foot, it is decorated with a purple transfer-printed pastoral allegorical scene, enhanced with hand colouring, showing a standing female figure and a reclining semi-draped companion after French galant engravings.
The rim is detailed with pink/copper lustre banding, complemented by hand-painted overglaze enamel borders in pink-lilac tones. The combination of transfer printing, hand colouring and selective lustre highlights is typical of Staffordshire production in the 1820s–1830s. Unmarked, as expected.
A decorative and collectible jug with pleasing form, clear transferwork and well-preserved lustre accents.
Measurements
Height: 19 cm (7.5?)
Width: 18.5 cm (7.3?)
Depth: 15 cm (5.9?)
Weight: 543 g
Condition
Very well preserved, with no cracks, restorations or breaks. A few sm
...all dark spots are visible, consistent with minor enamel changes or kiln impurities, and the jug remains in excellent antique condition overall.
Internal Reference: B1585
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1187449
Dateline of this antique is Georgian
Height is 19cm (7.5inches)Width is 18.5cm (7.3inches)Depth is 15cm (5.9inches)
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