Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 9th September 2014
Lot 73
A large Postillion Toby jug c.1790-1800
Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £800
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Description
A large Postillion Toby jug c.1790-1800, the coachman's jug of ale overflowing onto his left thumb, wearing a yellow waistcoat and ochre breeches beneath a Royal blue coat, the inside of his hat brim also glazed ochre, the base painted with a continuous blue foliate band, some restoration to the handle, 24.5cm.
Provenance: the Colin Russell Collection.