Milk jug
Date1770-1775
Maker
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
Decorator
James Giles
1718-1780
OriginEngland, Worcester
MediumSoft-paste porcelain
DimensionsH: 5 1/2"; Diam: 3"
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel M. Clarke.
Object number1976-459,A&B
DescriptionBellied, soft-paste porcelain milk jug with trimmed foot and "V" shaped spout. The surface is divided into petaloid panels with curving gilt lines. No other color has been applied. There is a twisting, Rococo style handle with feathered terminals and it is highlighted with gilding. The slightly domed lid is also decorated with gilt lines and there is a line of gilding on the edge. The molded knop resembles a flower.Mark(s)Crossed swords and 9 in underglaze blue ProvenanceSamuel M. Clarke Collection - No. 143
