Pitcher

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Pitcher

Entry/Object ID

VC.58.409X

Description

Tigerware jug or pitcher with stamped face of bearded man in relief oval medallion (opposite handle) on bulbous part: tapers from a narrow base to a bulbous midsection to a narrow collar with handles; collar has inscribed lines (cordoning) encircling its 1 1/2" depth; relief lines encircle lower bulbous area above base. Dia. top: 2 1/4"; 5.72 cm Dia. Bot: 2 5/8"; 6.67 cm

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Date made

circa 1730

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Transcription

Paper label reads: Discovered in the fire seam of the great fire in London (A.D. 1666), which was penetrated in excavating for the foundations of Messrs. Warner's new premises in Newgate Street. 1901.

Other Names and Numbers

Other Number

VC.58.409 X

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

5-5/8 in

Width

4-3/4 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 5 5/8 x 4 3/4 in. (14.3 x 12.1 cm)

Material

Stoneware

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Lip has a piece missing which appears to be an old break; scars from apparent burn as well as overall flaking. Left facial area of medallion head is flaked.

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Van Cortlandt Complex, Ferry House - Lean-to Chamber