An exceedingly rare Staffordshire molded commemorative pitcher, featuring relief portraits and banners: ‘WASHINGTON HIS COUNTRY’S FATHER” and “LAFAYETTE THE NATION’S GUEST”’ at sides, and the heraldic American eagle surmounted with a raised white [clouded] banner containing 13 stars above. below the collar festooned with a fruited grapevine…all against a blue band. The C-scroll handle and spout are ornamented with a raised leaf motif. The base with for concentric rings rests on a projecting foot.
Many souvenirs were produced during Lafayette’s 1824-1825 tour of the United States [as a guest of President Monroe]. Considering Lafayette’s friendship with Washington and the role he played in the American Revolution, it is not surprising that many of the artifacts showed portraits of both heroes. The C-scroll handle and spout are ornamented with a raised leaf motif. The base with for concentric rings rests on a projecting foot.
As a point of interest, this jug was sold by Israel Sack Inc. June 23, 1986. (We have the receipt.)
Item Date: Circa 1825
Measurement: Height: 5.75"
Material: Pottery
Item Condition: Excellent original condition; overall gorgeous.
Literature: Additional information published in Anglo American Ceramics-Transfer Printed Creamware and Pearlware for the American Market 1760 – 1780 by David and Linda Arman, page 129, plate L. 5. (AI 55, AI 56, and AI 57) The Arman’s state that this jug is “a much rarer example”. Also, “We do not know the maker of these pieces, but would guess at Adams, Wood or Wedgwood”. The pitchers being the rarest of forms.
Price: $1,850
SKU 1121-120
For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.
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