Early 19th century Russian Cossacks Ridgway jug
Wonderful and very rare antique jug, lead-glazed earthenware with transfer-printed and gilt decoration. Released after the end of the Napoleonic wars, when Europe first glimpsed the might of the Cossacks. The motif depicts Russian Cossacks, armed with pikes, charging through the scenery on horseback as they do battle. Composed in the style of Russian artist Aleksander Orłowski. Identical jug can be found in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Early Ridgway Cauldon Place drabware c. 1820-1830
Great antique condition, haircrack present on the side depicting a mustached Cossack, barely visible. Slight restoration on the side, professionally restored.
16 cm in height
20 cm in width from handle to rim
14 cm in diameter
497 g
Wonderful and very rare antique jug, lead-glazed earthenware with transfer-printed and gilt decoration. Released after the end of the Napoleonic wars, when Europe first glimpsed the might of the Cossacks. The motif depicts Russian Cossacks, armed with pikes, charging through the scenery on horseback as they do battle. Composed in the style of Russian artist Aleksander Orłowski. Identical jug can be found in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Early Ridgway Cauldon Place drabware c. 1820-1830
Great antique condition, haircrack present on the side depicting a mustached Cossack, barely visible. Slight restoration on the side, professionally restored.
16 cm in height
20 cm in width from handle to rim
14 cm in diameter
497 g
Wonderful and very rare antique jug, lead-glazed earthenware with transfer-printed and gilt decoration. Released after the end of the Napoleonic wars, when Europe first glimpsed the might of the Cossacks. The motif depicts Russian Cossacks, armed with pikes, charging through the scenery on horseback as they do battle. Composed in the style of Russian artist Aleksander Orłowski. Identical jug can be found in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Early Ridgway Cauldon Place drabware c. 1820-1830
Great antique condition, haircrack present on the side depicting a mustached Cossack, barely visible. Slight restoration on the side, professionally restored.
16 cm in height
20 cm in width from handle to rim
14 cm in diameter
497 g
