16th Jun, 2021 10:00

The Summer Auction

 
Lot 257
 

Caughley 'Rock Strata Island' sparrow beak jug

A good, unusually large Caughley sparrow beak jug
circa 1776-80
painted in blue with the Rock Strata Island pattern,
painted C with serif, 12cm high

Sold for £320


Condition Report
In a good condition with no cracks, chips, damages or repairs. There are some light surface scratches to the exterior of the jug and also some minute nibbles to the foot rim, probably on manufacture.

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