Description
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An early, English majolica Birds Nest pitcher, maker unknown, circa 1875.
A wonderful example of a desirable mold in unusual bright majolica glazing. Showing a design of a mother and father bird feeding a nest of babies. The nest rests in a leafy branch and is surrounded by green ivy. The cream colored ground is modeled as a tree trunk, the handle is formed as a brown knobbed branch with leaves. Molded crisply in high relief, the design repeats on both sides. A soft pink interior.
Marked with the raised English diamond registry.
7.5 in. W x 8.75 in. H
Very good conditions, light wear to the spout, overall crazing as expected.
