Jug
G.L Ashworth and Bros. Ltd (fl.1861-1968)
Category
Ceramics
Date
circa 1880
Materials
Earthenware
Measurements
160 x 140 mm; 117 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Hanley
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Attingham Park, Shropshire
NT 607689
Summary
Octagonal jug with bulbous body and moulded snake handle. Transfer printed in blue with chinoiserie style floral design, and bead border to rim. Printed mark for Ashworth Bros. (G.L. Ashworth & Bros. Ltd.) of Hanley, circa 1880.
Provenance
Miss Doreen Hunt collection (No.63). A gift to the National Trust from Miss Doreen Hunt, in May 1991.
Marks and inscriptions
Paper label - 51 c1880
Makers and roles
G.L Ashworth and Bros. Ltd (fl.1861-1968) , potter