Fine Pottery and Porcelain - 5th February 2025

Lot 1065

A Wood type Toby jug, c.1790-1800, decorated in Whieldon colours, seated with a foaming jug of ale

Estimate £300 - £500

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Description

A Wood type Toby jug, c.1790-1800, decorated in Whieldon colours, seated with a foaming jug of ale on his left knee, an upright barrel placed between his feet, wearing a mottled manganese coat over blue breeches, the base moulded with a band of flowerheads, a little restoration to the hat brim, 25.5cm.

Purchased from Philip Suval Inc., 25th July 1957.

The moulding around the base of this jug is more commonly associated with the Collier Toby.