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Puzzle jug: GL.C.27-1928

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Description

Globular puzzle jug with pierced neck. Earthenware with dark greenish-brown lead glaze.

Notes

History note: The Rev. George Weare Braikenridge Collection, Clevedon; Purchased by Dr J.W.L. Glaisher from the Braikenridge Sale, Christie's, February 28th, 1908, lot no. 165

Legal notes

Dr J. W. L. Glaisher Bequest

Measurements and weight

Height: 11.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1928) by Glaisher, J. W. L., Dr

Dating

16th Century
17th Century#
Circa 1500 - 1700

People, subjects and objects depicted

Components of the work

Body

Materials used in production

Earthenware

Techniques used in production

Lead-glazing

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: GL.C.27-1928
Primary reference Number: 77045
Glaisher MS Catalogue: 2873
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 16 August 2017 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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