Ritas Bazaar has dated these Victorian Majolica Bear Jugs to the Victorian era.
The set comprises the small, medium and large versions of Holdcroft's celebrated bear model. Each seated brown bear holds a large ladle forming the rim and neck of the jug; a separate honey-dipping spoon, hooked to the reverse, forms the lifting handle, and the open mouth serves as the pouring spout. The expressive faces, paws and textured fur are modelled with striking naturalism.
Complete graduated sets of all three sizes are rare, particularly with every tooth intact.
Dimensions: Large jug: height 34 cm, width 16 cm, depth 23 cm, weight 2290 g. Medium jug: height 29 cm, width 13 cm, depth 19 cm, weight 1700 g. Small jug: height 21.5 cm, width 10 cm, depth 14.5 cm, weight 767 g.
Condition: All three jugs are in excellent antique condition and have been examined under UV light. All teeth are intact.
Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.
Ritas Bazaar has dated these Victorian Majolica Bear Jugs to the Victorian era.
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Victorian Joseph Holdcroft Majolica Set of Three Bear Syrup Jugs, C.1875
