Staffordshire pottery stoneware model of a bear jug mid 18th century Engish.

Reference: 4776

Dated: c. 1750 Staffordshire England

Staffordshire pottery saltglaze figure of a bear in the form of a jug and cover, the beasts head is detachable and could be used asa cup.
This stunning naive piece was made in the mid 18th century and makes a bold statement.
The eyes,paws, teeth and tongue are decorated in a brown slip which add to the stylized representation.
The figure can be displayed sitting on haunches or in a seated upright the movaeble head also enables variances of stance.

Dimensions: 9.50 inch high

Medium: stoneware pottery saltglaze staffordshire

Current Condition Some good professional restoration at collar and legs

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