Bourdaloue, Two Temples II, Variation Broseley

Item Number: M3
Shape Type: Bourdaloue
Pattern Name: Two Temples II, Variation Broseley
Date: c. 1810-1830
Dimensions:  H 3.5″, W 4″, L 9.5″
Maker: Unknown
Maker’s Mark: Unmarked
Description:
An earthenware bourdaloue printed in medium blue underglaze with the Two Temples II, Variation Broseley pattern.  Very good condition. The bourdaloue was a toilet vessel made to be carried by ladies against an “emergency” during a long church service. They were also used on long coach journeys and were called “coach pots” in the 19th century.
Condition: Very good.