Sunderland Lustre Jug Circa 1796-1850

Classification:- Jug

Under Spout:-

A VSL open at II Chronicles Chapter 3 with square & compasses.

Arranged behind and partly hidden by book, 2 pillars;a ladder; 24" guage; a level; and plumb.

Below 3 candlesticks; a perfect ashlar; cross keys; letter G on one triangle superimposed on another reversed; a trowel; a maul.

To the left a figure of Hope with anchor. The moon and stars and a beehive.

Above figure of Charity.

To the right figure of Justice . The sun; two clasped hands and a dove with olive branch

On Right side:-

A West View of the cast iron bridge over the river Wear built by R Burdon Esq.

On Left side:-

"Women make men love,

Love makes them sad,

Sadness makes the drink,

And drinking gets them mad."

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