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Two X Two Gallon Cider Jars
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Two X Two Gallon Cider Jars

19th century
Sold 23 February 2025 · Eclectic Antiques
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Description

Two stoneware glazed Somerset Cider Jars. Each is 38cm tall & of attractive original appearance. Both made for Bridgwater cider makers, one incised with the name Bowen the other printed J L Trippe.

Substantial decorative items.

Date of Manufacture

Eclectic Antiques has dated these Antique Stoneware Cider Jars to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA723138
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Description
Two stoneware glazed Somerset Cider Jars. Each is 38cm tall & of attractive original appearance. Both made for Bridgwater cider makers, one incised with the name Bowen the other printed J L Trippe.

Substantial decorative items.

Date of Manufacture

Eclectic Antiques has dated these Antique Stoneware Cider Jars to the Victorian era.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA723138
Eclectic Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018
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Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Two X Two Gallon Cider Jars

Archive II Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View II
Archive III Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View III
Archive IV Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View IV
Archive V Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View V
Archive VI Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View VI
Archive VII Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View VII
Archive VIII Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text. View VIII
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Telephone 07850 335929
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Somerset
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jul 2018
Items For Sale 45
Items Sold 408
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Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text.
Two x Two Gallon Cider Jars
Ref: SA723138
Two cylindrical salt-glazed stoneware cider jars featuring two-tone brown and cream finishes and stencilled merchant text.
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  • ObjectJars & Flagons
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Edwardian Utilitarian
  • MaterialStoneware, Ceramic, Salt-Glaze
  • ColourBrown and Cream
  • MotifsStencilled merchant lettering, Dipped salt-glaze finish, Cylindrical body with handle, Cork stopper
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

Salt-glazed stoneware vessels were widely produced from the 17th to the early 20th centuries for storing liquids such as cider, beer, wine, and spirits due to their non-porous and acid-resistant properties.

These items are crafted from dense clay, fired at high temperatures, and treated with salt thrown into the kiln during firing to produce a durable, glossy glaze, often featuring dipped iron-oxide brown upper sections.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-thrown irregularities, impressed or stencilled merchant stamps, natural firing imperfections, and utilitarian wear consistent with age and commercial use.

These vessels can be displayed as standalone decorative floor or shelf accents, or utilised as rustic vases for dried botanicals to add textural contrast to contemporary or traditional spaces.

Clean gently with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap if necessary, avoiding harsh abrasives that could damage the historic glaze or fade original merchant inscriptions.
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