Image of Gallery in South Kensington
On display at V&A South Kensington
Ceramics, Room 139, The Curtain Foundation Gallery

Jug

ca. 1830-1840 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Jug of lead-glazed earthenware, transfer-printed in underglaze blue with 'Persian' landscapes. Sharp shoulder, prominent lip with cut-away sides, tall loop handle.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Lead-glazed earthenware, transfer-printed in underglaze blue
Brief description
Lead-glazed earthenware jug with transfer-printed decoration in underglaze blue, made at the factory of William Ridgway, Shelton, ca. 1830-40
Physical description
Jug of lead-glazed earthenware, transfer-printed in underglaze blue with 'Persian' landscapes. Sharp shoulder, prominent lip with cut-away sides, tall loop handle.
Dimensions
  • Height: 23.5cm
Style
Marks and inscriptions
'WR' below 'ORIENTAL' (Marks)
Gallery label
Jug Made at the factory of William Ridgway, Shelton, Hanley, Staffordshire, about 1830-40 Marks: "WR" below "ORIENTAL" Lead-glazed earthenware C.42-1945 Given by Mr. H.T.G. Watkins(23/05/2008)
Credit line
Given by H. T. G. Watkins
Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
C.42-1945

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Record createdMarch 31, 2008
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