Saltglaze stoneware bear baiting related mustard pot mid 18th century Staffordshire

£4500

Dated: 1755 Staffordshire England

An exceptionally rare saltglaze stoneware mustard pot in the form of a bear grappling with a dog. The figure is decorated with shredded clay to simulate fur, the head is removable and is of an unusual form with brown colored interior fitting.

Dimensions: 3.5 inches high

Current Condition: UNrestored good condition.

£4500    $6075

Description

An exceptionally rare saltglaze stoneware mustard pot in the form of a bear grappling with a dog.
The figure is decorated with shredded clay to simulate fur, the head is removable and is of an unusual form with brown colored interior fitting.

Additional information

Dimensions 3.5 in