Scratch-Blue decorated saltglaze tankard dated 1752 named “J Harvey”.

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£5250

Dated: 1773 Staffordshire

An early example of a Staffordshire pottery mug or tankard. The tankard is decorated with a Scratch-Blue technique the decoration bearing the name "John Harvy" and date "1753" with scrolling foliage and flowers. This rare survivor from the mid 18th century is in unrestored condition.Examples such as this rarely enter the market these days.

Dimensions: 5 inches high

Current Condition: Old very feint hairline approx 1.5 inches unrestored at rim.

Literature: Early Staffordshire Pottery by Rackham figure 55. Victoria & Albert Museum London and Harriet Carlton-Goldweitz Collection New York

£5250    $7087

Description

An early example of a Staffordshire pottery mug or tankard.
The tankard is decorated with a Scratch-Blue technique the decoration bearing the name “John Harvy” and date “1753” with scrolling foliage and flowers.
This rare survivor from the mid 18th century is in unrestored condition.Examples such as this rarely enter the market these days.

Additional information

Dimensions 5 in