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A small mixed group of three English ceramic character pieces, comprising a larger Town Crier figure/jug and two smaller Toby-style figures. Each is hand-painted in bright enamels and represents traditional English character pottery.
1. Town Crier Figure (centre)
• Maker: Wedgwood & Co. Ltd, England
• Pattern/Title: “Olde Town Hall – Town Crier” (as marked)
• Form: Character jug/figure with tricorn hat, bell, and proclamation scroll
• Decoration: Hand-painted in burgundy, green, and yellow tones
• Mark: Printed factory mark to base
• Date: Mid 20th century (c. 1930s–1950s)
• Condition: Appears good overall; light age-related wear to base rim
2. Toby Jug (left)
• Maker: Likely Burlington Ware (stamp partially visible)
• Form: Seated Toby holding a jug
• Decoration: Green coat, black hat, polychrome detailing
• Mark: Printed mark and pattern/model number to base
• Date: Mid 20th century
• Condition: Noticeable crazing to glaze; otherwise intact
3. Miniature Toby Figure (right)
• Maker: Unclear (possibly English, Crown mark present)
• Form: Small standing Toby figure
• Decoration: Green coat, pink waistcoat, yellow breeches
• Mark: Crown-style backstamp to base
• Date: Mid 20th century
• Condition: Good overall with minor wear
A striking mid-century ceramic jug of baluster form, featuring a richly applied high-gloss drip glaze. The body transitions from a deep treacle brown at the base and neck to a vivid mottled yellow centre, with organic, flame-like glaze movement typical of studio and West German pottery of the period.
The jug is fitted with a tall, elegantly flared pouring spout and a distinctive loop handle with a rope-twist moulded design, adding both visual interest and tactile appeal. The contrast between the dark upper glaze and the vibrant yellow band creates a bold, decorative statement.
Date:
Circa 1960s–1970s
Origin:
Probably West German or European studio pottery
Materials:
Glazed earthenware
Condition:
Very good vintage condition. No visible chips, cracks, or restoration. Minor surface wear consistent with age.
A charming and characterful early 19th-century Staffordshire hunting jug, richly decorated in relief and enamel with scenes inspired by the famous hunting song “D’ye ken John Peel”. The baluster-form body features a moulded fox-head handle, cleverly integrated as a naturalistic branch-form grip terminating in a fox mask at the rim. Music box playing the song is integrated into the base,
The jug is adorned with polychrome hunting vignettes, including mounted riders, hounds, and game, set within a rustic landscape of oak leaves, horns, and hunting accoutrements. To the reverse appears a transfer-printed verse of the traditional “John Peel” song, beneath a prominent tree motif. The base is dated “1834” (likely commemorative rather than literal manufacture date), adding to its period charm.
The cream ground glaze exhibits a fine craquelure consistent with early Staffordshire wares, enhancing its antique character. The lively modelling and naïve decoration are typical of the folk-art aesthetic associated with this genre.
Condition:
Good antique condition overall. General age-related crazing throughout. Minor wear to enamel and glaze consistent with use. No major cracks or restoration observed (subject to closer inspection).
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