Antique 2-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Brown Glaze and Handle

Description :
This antique stoneware jug features a two-tone design with a hand-applied handle and dark brown glazed upper section, transitioning into a natural stone base. Likely used historically for storing spirits, cider, or vinegar, the jug has an iconic form, stamped with a cobalt blue "2" indicating its two-gallon capacity. The thick walls and sturdy base reflect utilitarian craftsmanship, and the cork top is still intact. There is a notable chip on the handle but no visible cracks through the body. Displays blue kiln drips from the glazing process, common in 19th- and early 20th-century crocks and jugs.
Era: Late 19th to Early 20th Century

Style: American Folk / Farmhouse Primitive

Technique: Wheel-thrown and salt-glazed ceramic with hand-applied handle

Tools Used: Potter’s wheel, hand-forming tools, kiln, slip glazing brush

History: Stoneware jugs like this were essential containers in American households and general stores during the 1800s through the 1920s.

Manufacturer / Maker: Maker: Unknown

Measurements: 9 ¼" Ø x 13" T

Suggested Weight: Approximately 10–12 lbs

Item Number : P13183

Category : Misc Home Décor & Furniture

Brand : UK