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  • Pitchers of this type were made on the banks of the River Avon and are found throughout Monmouthshire. This near complete example was rescued from a demolition site in Chepstow. Source: Display boards, Nelson Museum & Local History Centre.
12th century ceramic pitcher from Chepstow
Portrait of a woman carrying a pitcher on her head, by George O. Delamotte
  • According to the 'Tenby Official Guide', dated 1919, the Tenby Hot Water Jug was a 'jug for conserving hot water. Its convenient size, shape and attractive design harmonises with any silver or china service. Based on a design connected with local tradition. It makes for home folks and those from away, a most charming gift'.
A 'Tenby Hot Water Jug', c. 1915
  • The Martin Brothers established their business as potters in west London during the 1870s. The firm produced only stoneware and each piece produced between 1873 and the closure of the company in 1915 was unique and individually signed and dated. Today, pieces made by the Martin Brothers are extremely collectable and valuable.
Pottery by Martin Brothers, 1890s
Stoneware and porcelain bowl by Lucie Rie, 1970s
Salt-glaze stoneware jug by Walter Keeler, 1985