Devon pottery slipware jug with scraffito decoration of a bird and unicorn with inscription and date 1808

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£5000

Dated: 1808 Bideford Devon England

A very rare earthenware slip decorated jug with scraffito decorations of a bird, unicorn and dated inscription under the handle which reads " Elizabeth Harris, The gift is small. Goodwill is all 1808".

Dimensions: 5 inches high

Current Condition: Unrestored condition commensurate with age.

Literature: Page 24 The FIshleys of Fremington by John Edgeler.

£5000    $6750

Description

A very rare earthenware slip decorated jug with scraffito decorations of a bird, unicorn and dated inscription under the handle which reads ” Elizabeth Harris, The gift is small. Goodwill is all 1808″.

Additional information

Dimensions 5 in