Creamware pottery cruet holding two ewers with original covers Leeds Pottery Yorkshire c1785

£2650

Dated: 1785 Leeds Yorkshire England

A fine English creamware pottery cruet is remarkably complete with the original two ewers ( Vinegar and Oil) with covers. The holder is decorated with reticulated work and a double rope twist handle and stands on four feet. The relief decoration on the borders and terminals is well executed with the classic Leeds pottery definition and quality. The two small apertures in the cruet are for retaining the covers of the ewers.

Dimensions: 8.5 inches high, 3.75 inches wide, 8.5 inches long

Current Condition: Restored by the Ceramics Conservationist to the British Royal family at one foot , hairline at handle and minor nibbles.

£2650    $3047

Description

A fine English creamware pottery cruet is remarkably complete with the original two ewers ( Vinegar and Oil) with covers. The holder is decorated with reticulated work and a double rope twist handle and stands on four feet. The relief decoration on the borders and terminals is well executed with the classic Leeds pottery definition and quality.

The two small apertures in the cruet are for retaining the covers of the ewers.

Additional information

Dimensions 8.5 × 3.75 × 8.5 in