Antique saltglaze stoneware pottery bear jug Nottingham England mid 18th century

£2750

Dated: 1760 Nottingham England

A Nottingham brown salt glazed bear jug. The removable head acts as a cup. The figure is naively modelled with a fine granulated pottery coat, interestingly this piece was made to accommodate a detachable spout. A true piece of folk art from the late 18th century

Dimensions: 10.5 inches high

Current Condition: Tip of nose restored and minor chipping at feet.

£2750    $3712

Description

A Nottingham brown salt glazed bear jug. The removable head acts as a cup.
The figure is naively modelled with a fine granulated pottery coat, interestingly this piece was made to accommodate a detachable spout.
A true piece of folk art from the late 18th century

Additional information

Dimensions 10.5 in