Charming antique miniature ironstone china jug decorated in a traditional Imari palette with cobalt blue, iron red and gilt detail. A highly decorative little piece featuring an unusual moulded serpent/dragon style handle with green scale decoration, giving the jug wonderful oriental influence typical of Victorian ironstone wares in the Mason’s style. Marked to the base: IRONSTONE CHINA Measures approximately 4 inches tall. Condition: Good antique condition overall with age-related wear to the gilt and decoration consistent with age and use. Please study photos carefully as they form part of the description. A lovely cabinet piece ideal for collectors of Imari ware, Mason’s style ironstone, miniature jugs or unusual antique ceramics.
