English Delftware pottery puzzle jug. Liverpool 18th century

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£1850

Dated: 1750 to 1770 Liverpool England

A good antique mid 18th century Liverpool pottery delftware puzzle jug in blue and white. The handle is hollow with a hole on the underside which connects with the inside of the jug. There are three nozzles which are connected to an inner tube around the rim of the jug. These pieces were made as a challenge to drinkers and were much in fashion between 1750 and the 1820 period. The inscription verse on the jug denotes the challenge to the unwary drinker!

Dimensions: 7.5 inches high

Current Condition: Unrestored

Literature: Chapter D5-8 Puzzle Jugs Page 258

£1850    $2497

Description

A good antique mid 18th century Liverpool pottery delftware puzzle jug in blue and white.
The handle is hollow with a hole on the underside which connects with the inside of the jug. There are three nozzles which are connected to an inner tube around the rim of the jug. These pieces were made as a challenge to drinkers and were much in fashion between 1750 and the 1820 period. The inscription verse on the jug denotes the challenge to the unwary drinker!

Additional information

Dimensions 7.5 in