Imari-Colored porcelain jug with crossed lines and dots on the bottom

By Anonymous (not verified), 6 July, 2007
Description

I think that this piece, although damaged (see detail of handle and spout), and repaired, is gorgeous. I have exhausted every other (free) resource and have had no luck finding out exactly what I have here. I normally don't pay $50 for something I can't identify, but I had a good feeling about this and really liked the piece. I am relatively certain that it is neither Chinese nor Japanese, notwithstanding the clear Oriental influence. I believe it might be English, and I think it might be old. If you have any ideas, I would be greatful to know your thoughts. Thanks in advance to all who help.

Steven E. Savage

West Orange, New Jersey

Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
The item is glazed porcelain with paint and gilding beneath the glaze.
Distinguishing marks
There is a prominent, underglaze, handdrawn mark featured on the bottom, as shown in the accompanying photos. I am told that the piece may be early Rockingham Pottery Works (or its predecessors)
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
Height - 5 inches; Spout tip to handle tip - 5.5 inches; Mouth opening - 2.75 inches (diam); Base - 2.5 (diam);
Date Period
Possibly late 18th/early 19th Century (so I am told by one expert).
Weight
1.2 pounds
History
Bought at an estate sale in New Jersey (USA).
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
USD $50
For Sale?
No
Photos

kathyBeh

15 years 6 months ago

Gone through my encyclopedia of British marks and I found 2 similar (the X or cross and dots)..... E.T Leaper of Cornwall 1954-? and also St.Ledger, with a piece from 1950, no idea when this potter started.

That's all I found similar, its a start. Good luck.

If you are into British pottery get "The Encyclopedia of British Pottery and Porcelain marks" By Geoffrey Godden. Lovejoy from this site recommended it to me and I love it. Found it cheap used on Amazon.com.

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