Masked jug with "The Natural Sprays group" pattern
Manufacturer
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
(English, founded 1751)
CultureEnglish
OriginWorcester, Worcestershire, England
Datec.1765-1775
MediumSteatitic (soapstone) soft-paste porcelain, printed in underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall: 23 x 16 x 19.7 cm (9 1/16 x 6 5/16 x 7 3/4 in.)
MarkingsPrinted open crescent mark on the base in underglaze blue.
DescriptionWorcester cabbage leaf mask jug of ovoid shape with cynlindrical neck, press-moulded with overlapping cabbage-leaves. The spout is moulded with a bearded mask and scrolled handle. Transfer-printed in underglaze blue with "The Natural Sprays group" pattern, and a "Pine Cone Group" pattern motif on the neck with a ribbon suspending flowers and fruit.
Credit LineGift of Barry and Marjorie Pepper
Object numberG99.3.31
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
Not on view
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