English and European Ceramics and Glass - 19th April 2016
Lot 98
A Kent or Sussex pottery jug 16th century
Estimate £250 - £350 | Hammer £280
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Description
A Kent or Sussex pottery jug 16th century, the large form decorated to the upper part with a rich brown glaze, and a two-handled cooking pot, glazed to the interior, small damages, 30cm max. (2)
The jug was discovered in a chimney in a Kent cottage and is believed to have been used as a Witch Bottle, placed to protect against black magic and evil forces.