British & Continental Ceramics & Glass - 29th April 2025

Lot 247

A rare pearlware bear jug and cover, c.1790, the bear seated and holding a mastiff at arms' length,

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £756

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Description

A rare pearlware bear jug and cover, c.1790, the bear seated and holding a mastiff at arms' length, the dog's mouth forming the spout, the cover modelled as the bear's muzzled head, its coat decorated in manganese, some restoration, 20.5cm. (2)