Antique period English delftware pottery puzzle jug circa 1760

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£1575

Dated: 1760 English

A good English delftware pottery puzzle jug decorated in cobalt blue with chinoserie images. The jug is globular form with a cylindrical neck which is pierced with naive like flower heads with heart shaped petals. The jug is also decorated with a verse a wager challenging the drinker to empty without spilling a drop.

Dimensions: 7 inches high

Current Condition: Good order, no restoration, some glaze at top of handle probably missed at time of making.

Provenance: Private collection New York USA.

£1575    $2126

Description

A good English delftware pottery puzzle jug decorated in cobalt blue with chinoserie images.
The jug is globular form with a cylindrical neck which is pierced with naive like flower heads with heart shaped petals.
The jug is also decorated with a verse a wager challenging the drinker to empty without spilling a drop.

Additional information

Dimensions 7 in