Antique Spode Soft Paste Pearlware Jug, Creamer, or Pitcher in the Milkmaid Pattern c. 1815 - Blue and White - Transferware - Transfer Ware

This lovely soft paste Spode jug is an early example of the Milkmaid pattern which was introduced around 1814. A fine piece with subtly curved sides and a refined ring around it's raised foot, so thin it's body feels almost like an eggshell. The piece transmits light around the top of the body where it begins to curve into the lip, and I can see the shadow of the handle when looking from the inside and holding it to a strong light.The pearlware glaze pools blue inside the delicately raised foot, but is not very heavily applied on this particular piece.

Condition is excellent with only two tiny nibbles on the lip... remarkable really that this piece has survived nearly 200 years. There are a couple of brownish stains inside that would probably clean with a little peroxide if you wish. Measures 5 1/8" tall, 4 5/8" handle to spout, and has a 2 7/8" bottom diameter. This early and rare Spode mark was used from 1780 - 1790, but paired with the Milkmaid pattern, I can only surmise it was used into the early 19th C as well. Circa 1815.

A beautiful and early example of this pattern that was to become a classic. The simple, elegant shape seems strikingly modern. Treat yourself.

Item ID: RL-727


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