Delft Puzzle Jug

Description:

Delft Puzzle Jug, England, 18th century, the neck with heart-form piercings over a bulbous body with verse reading "Gere Gentlemen come try your Skill/I'le Hould a wager if you Will/That you don't drink like liquor all/But you will spill or let some fall," flanked by panels decorated with birds, (restoration),ht. 7 1/4 in.
Estimate $600-800

restoration to rim, missing one spout, chipping throughout


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