A marvelous late 19th / early 20th C. Serving Pitcher with marvelous transfer ware scene and poetic limerick.

Marked Old Castle, Made in England - in crisp and bright original condition.

Integrated handle and pouring point, with wonderful sponge paint finished and gilt glaze in purple, lavender, pink, and blue on white.

5" tall, 6.5" wide, 3.75" at top opening, 3" diameter base.

Transferware image is of a proper English Country Pub - with the sign "The British Flag" hanging proudly outside.

The limerick poem is a simple one, warning of excess and vice...

Women Make Men Love
Loves Makes Them Sad
Sadness Makes Them Drink
And Drinking Sets Them Mad

So, drink milk from a pitcher!

In keeping with Aesop's fable, Fox and Crow's Motto is "Beware of False Flattery!" So, with each listing we offer a true confession about the item...

This is a simple item, but so wonderful in so many ways!

The color way - pink to purple to blue, with a bright glaze finish.

The sponge "spotted duck" paint treatment - charming!

The blue and white image - how much more British can you get?

And the poem...truth, and a good reminder.

Use it anywhere and everywhere - a pitcher, a vase, a curio, the centerpiece of a scene with books and treasures, or on a bar...where it can send a positive message!


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Absolutely terrific in every way - bright, bold, clean, charming!

Dimensions:
Height: 5 in.
Width: 6.5 in.
Depth: 6.5 in.

Category: Pitchers
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Paint, Porcelain

Shipping:

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Location: This item ships from Dyke, VA

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Absolutely terrific in every way - bright, bold, clean, charming!