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Object 2010554

Condiment jug

China

1720-1730

Height 110 mm (4.33 inch), diameter mouthrim 40 mm (1.58 inch), diameter footring 60 mm (2.36 inch)

Tapering cylindrical condiment jug on a flat unglazed base, the handle placed at an angle to the straight spout, domed cover with finial. Decorated in underglaze blue with flowering chrysanthemum sprays. On the handle and spout a single flowering stem. The cover is decorated en suite.

This condiment jug was, most likely, part of a cruet comprising set.

Condition: On the rim of the cover a few restored rim frits and chips. On the foot and top of the finial a small restored chip. From the rim, under the spout to the handle runs a restored "U"-shaped hairline.

Price: Sold.