Lot 138: A Trio of Lancaster and Sons Art Deco Hand Painted Graduated Jugs
A trio of earthenware graduated jugs manufactured by Lancaster and Sons (Hanley) Ltd. Each jug is of bulbous form featuring a pinched pouring spout and a simple loop handle. The exterior is decorated with a hand-painted Art Deco floral pattern against a cream-coloured ground. The motif includes stylized yellow and orange flowers with blue ribbon-like accents, green foliage, and orange circular details, all outlined in black. The rims and handles are finished with an orange-red wash. The underside of the jugs bears a printed backstamp in green/black depicting a shield crest with a fleur-de-lis, surrounded by the text MADE IN ENGLAND, L & SONS LTD, and HANLEY ENG. A hand-painted pattern number L 4 6 is also present in black ink.
Condition report:
The jugs are in good condition with no evidence of major cracks or restoration. There is extensive fine crazing throughout the glaze on all three pieces. Some minor wear is visible to the hand-painted decoration, particularly to the orange-red wash on the handles and rims. The unglazed foot rings show small surface chips and ingrained grime. Contemporary adhesive labels are present on two of the jugs.
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