Relief-moulded jugs, 1820-1900

the long version

An important reference book for the collector. The book begins explaining the manufacturing process of the molded jug giving the reader a real sense of the skill and artistry that was involved. There is a chapter on history of the shapes of jugs and how the design and decoration has evolved. The book is then broken down into chapters on the 19th century english potteries. In each is a discussion of the history, the marks and time-lines with illustrations and photographs of their wares.