Two ochre stoneware jugs with moulded relief scenes from Tam o' Shanter
Key details
- Object number
- 3.4027.1
- Date
- 1835
- On display
- No
- Maker
- Ridgeway, W. & Co (Potter)
- Object number
- 3.4027.1
- Date
- 1835
- On display
- No
- Maker
- Ridgeway, W. & Co (Potter)
Description
An ochre stoneware jug, globular and decorated with scenes from 'Tam o' Shanter' moulded into surface, including a scene in the pub and Tam being chased by witches. With loop handle moulded with a hand. Stamped underneath base 'Published by W Ridgeway & Co., Hanley, October 1 1835, 6'.
Object information
Acquisition
1993
Material
Measurements
- Depth: 18(cm)
- Height: 24(cm)
- Width: 20(cm)
Place of creation
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