Transfer-decorated Liverpool Pottery Jug

Description:

Transfer-decorated Liverpool Pottery Jug, England, early 19th century, ovoid creamware jug, one side depicting an oval wreath surrounding a figure of a sailor looking through a sextant, over the verse "We have had a good Observation today/And I hope we shall make the Land Tomorrow," over a reserve depicting navigational instruments; the reverse depicting an American ship in full sail with polychrome enamel details, under the spout is the monogram "CL" and a verse "From Rocks & Sands, And every ill, May God preserve/the Sailor Still" both in round reserves; and the seal of the United States under the bottom handle terminal, (minor toning, base hairlines),ht. 10 1/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Four very minor, very tight hairlines on base (bottom),light brownish discoloration around entire body with a darker spot (3/4 in. dia) left of sailor's feet area, handle and spout good, no chips, repairs.


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