Mochaware Pitcher with Earthworm Decoration

Description:

Mochaware Pitcher with Earthworm Decoration, Britain, 19th century, barrel-form pitcher with three reeded bands flanked by two bands with looping earthworm designs and thin brown bands, (chips to spout, restoration),ht. 7 1/2 in.


Estimate $600-800

Spout, handle, and side of jug with old repairs, with overpaint, approx. 1/2 x 1/2 in. area of spout has a shallow chip (repair flaked off?) on the underside.


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