Jug, Temple Garden and The Temple Steps

Item Number: J165
Shape Type: Jug
Pattern Name: Temple Garden and The Temple Steps
Date: c. 1810-1820
Dimensions: H 8″
Maker:  Unknown
Maker’s Mark: Unmarked
Description:
A fine and early transitional Chinoiserie Dutch shaped earthenware jug printed underglaze in blue. A second jug identical in shape but printed in a smokey brown color is also in this collection (see J73), likely made by the same factory. Each of these two jugs is printed with the same two patterns, Temple Garden, and The Temple Steps. Line and stipple engraved prints result in subtle variations in color. The combined floral and geometric border design point to a transitional Chinoiserie pattern. This pattern combines many different features inviting the viewer to create his or her own story. A similar, if not exact, jug is shown without a name in True Blue, case 3/6, page 100.
Condition: Very Good: Minor rubbing to the handle and a small firing flaw on one side