Jug

Dateca. 1765

MediumLead-glazed earthenware

DimensionsOH: 11 1/16" OD: 9" (spout to handle); 7" (body)

Credit LineGift of Mr. Harry H. Coon

Object number2005-244

DescriptionBlack-glazed brown earthenware baluster-form large jug decorated in cold gilding on the front with a foliate scroll edged cartouche forming a faux bottle tag label inscribed "I + A / TRUE BLUE" suspended from chains issuing from rings and foliate decoration at the top of the brown strap handle; rings issue a further chain pendant on each side, flanking a scene of a mounted huntsman pursuing five hounds amidst trees and a fence on a hilly landscape beneath the label. The spout is edged in gilt foliate S-scrolls and it has a foliate decoration on the front.
Inscribed"I + A / TRUE BLUE" opposite handle in gilding.
ProvenanceEx coll: Harry H. Coon of Glenview, IL
Purchased from Art Trading Ltd.