Earthenware vessels, shaped much like tea kettles, but generally larger, with a canted spout and handles. Found in Barbados, Jamaica, Nevis, and Antigua as early as the 18th century and still made today. Also made in the American south (particularly in the Carolinas and Tennessee).
AAT
3000262733
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jugs, monkey
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pots, monkey's
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