Ancienne cruche achats commémorative Wedgwood, datée 1835

This is a charming early Wedgwood jug with a sparrow beak, London handle decorated with exquisite florals on either side, a gold laurel design below the rim and a commemorative inscription below achats the spout “Joseph, Carnell 1832.” Possibly the names of a couple and their wedding year. The vibrant flowers represented include roses, ranunculus, forget-me-not, anemone and others.

The jug measures approximately 7.25 inches high, 8.25 inches from spout to handle and has a 4.5 inch diameter base. A “W” is etched into the base for “Wedgwood.” The jug has several cracks that wrap around its form and a chip to rim. No evidence of prior restoration, but despite this, the piece feels relatively sound. Would be a great cabinet piece.

Provenance: deaccessioned from the Fine Art Museums of San Francisco. Museum inventory number painted on foot but is not permanent and can be removed.

The item(s) are antique and sold as is/as found unless otherwise noted. Because they are old, they were used and will not look new or new-like. They likely show wear, fading, scratches, chips, cracks, past repair/restoration, original imperfections and/or damage from normal use. Significant issues are shown in photos. Examine photos carefully as they are part of the description. Imperfections were factored into pricing. No returns or refunds.

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