{"product_id":"sunderland-lustre-pearlware-jug-with-commemorative-scene-c-1800-1820","title":"Sunderland Lustre Pearlware Jug with Commemorative Scene, c. 1800–1820","description":"An authentic English Sunderland lustre jug produced in the early 19th century, made of pearlware and decorated with overglaze transfer printing enriched by hand painting and pink-purple metallic lustre. The marbled splash effect was created by drops of oil applied before firing, giving the surface its distinctive shimmering character.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOne side presents a commemorative architectural view celebrating Britain's industrial age, while the reverse bears the poetic panel \"The Sailor's Farewell\", framed within a floral wreath associated with Sunderland's maritime culture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe rounded body, tall collar, pronounced spout and strong strap handle form a classic domestic silhouette of the period. Fine, age-appropriate glaze craquelure is present across the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible Sunderland lustreware remains especially sought after in pink lustre examples such as this.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight 17 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth 22 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth 16 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight 768 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo small rim chips on the spout and one small chip on the footrim. Otherwise in excellent condition, with no cracks or restorations and with strong surviving lustre and clear transfer decoration.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease study the accompanying photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882966733130,"sku":"B1641","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7791700325_ie69.jpg?v=1785901693","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/sunderland-lustre-pearlware-jug-with-commemorative-scene-c-1800-1820","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}