Antique Majolica Cobalt Sq Rim Fan & Dragonfly Jug
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This Majolica square-rim jug or pitcher, features a white lotus pattern on a cobalt blue background, with a large fan and dragonfly design in the center. The inside of the pitcher is a pretty shade of raspberry and the border on the neck is a patterned turquoise, outlined in mustard.
We are hosting a number of antique Majolica pieces from a large Baltimore collection. Some will include their past sales receipts and histories as noted by the antique dealers who sold them.
Dimensions: Measures 8 1/4" tall x 3 3/4" opening.
Marks/Dates: c. 1870's/1880's. There is a large gold enamel, handwritten "K" on the bottom. There appear to be other very faint marks that we could not identify.
Condition: There is a little crazing, but not significant or unexpected in such an old piece.
Most Victorian-era majolica have not survived their 100+ years without imperfections, including discoloration, crazing, small chips, and hairlines. We will note these to the best of our ability, but please ask for additional photos, if you are unclear on their condition.
