Milk jug

Date1770-1775

Maker Worcester Porcelain Manufactory

Decorator James Giles (1718-1780)

OriginEngland, Worcester

MediumPorcelain, soft-paste

DimensionsH: 5 1/2"; Diam: 3"

Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel M. Clarke.

Object number1976-459,A&B

DescriptionBellied, soft-paste porcelain milk jug with trimmed foot and "V" shaped spout. The surface is divided into petaloid panels with curving gilt lines. No other color has been applied. There is a twisting, Rococo style handle with feathered terminals and it is highlighted with gilding. The slightly domed lid is also decorated with gilt lines and there is a line of gilding on the edge. The molded knop resembles a flower.

MarkingsCrossed swords and 9 in underglaze blue

ProvenanceSamuel M. Clarke Collection - No. 143

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