Rare Antique 19th Century Large Spongeware Jug tealight holder Some of the gold gilt

Some of the gold gilt has worn away in places

and yellow accents were painted on with a "dotting" technique that allowed the paint to remain raised

Inspired by Royal Copenhagen's Blue Fluted pattern - a beautiful square bowl with lobed corners and scalloped edges

5cm wide at the top

The two largest chips are on the outer edge of the lid as well as on the handle

Rare Antique 19th Century Large Spongeware Jug tealight holder Some of the gold giltThis is such a spectacular piece! A gorgeous spongeware pitcher from the mid late 1800s featuring a blue pattern that was sponged on by hand repetitively around the jug. Features a very wide mouth, strong handle, and rotund belly on a flared base. Unmarked. Antique c. 1860s 1880s. Height: 27cm Width: 22cm including handle Diameter: roughly 18cm across the belly So many signs of life on this piece: some crazing, staining, chips in the glaze, and worn