{"product_id":"untitled-may29_09-25-01","title":"Antique Victorian Creamware Jug with Original Self-Closing Pewter Patent Lid","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming late Victorian creamware jug featuring beautifully moulded wheat and foliate decoration, complete with its original weighted pewter patent lid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis attractive piece retains its ingenious self-closing lid mechanism. The weighted pewter lid automatically lifts when the jug is tipped for pouring and returns to a closed position when upright, a practical Victorian innovation designed to protect the contents from dust and insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pale cream body is richly decorated with raised agricultural motifs, including wheat sheaves and scrolling foliage, giving the jug a classic country-house aesthetic. The original pewter lid and ceramic finial remain intact, adding to its authenticity and appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual and decorative example of Victorian tableware, ideal for display in a farmhouse kitchen, country cottage or antique collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 16cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth (including handle and spout): 13.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase diameter: 8cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age-related wear consistent with over a century of use. Original weighted pewter patent lid remains present and functional. Minor surface wear, firing imperfections and light staining commensurate with age. No significant damage noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal weighted self-closing pewter patent lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian period, circa 1880–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamware \/ ironstone body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoulded wheat and foliate decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional pouring mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative country-house appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique kitchenware collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarmhouse and cottage interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian home décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf and dresser displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod styling and photography props\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful example of Victorian craftsmanship, combining decorative detail with an ingenious self-closing pouring mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Found by Nicholas \u0026 Steele","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58147908419971,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/7275\/4719\/files\/0DB2F4FF-DEC3-465A-934D-DCE82985F05F.jpg?v=1780043203","url":"https:\/\/nicholasandsteele.co.uk\/products\/untitled-may29_09-25-01","provider":"Nicholas and Steele","version":"1.0","type":"link"}