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Helmet-shaped pedestal jug
Worcester Porcelain Factory, 1752–1753
The jug is press-moulded and hand painted with a floral and leaf design in polychrome enamels in a palette typical of the early period. Most Worcester porcelain of the early period was inspired by the the Chinese, and the jug is possibly the earliest example of modelled classical decoration to be found at Worcester.
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Title of artwork, date
Helmet-shaped pedestal jug, 1752–1753
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Porcelain
Dimensions
15 cm
Grant
6250
Total cost
25000
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