Pink Lustre 4¼” Jug Circa 19th century

Classification:- Jug

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 reverse

"I envy no one's birth or fame,

Their title, train or dress,

Nor has my pride err stretch'd its aim,

Beyond what I possess,

I ask not, wish not, to appear

More beauteous, rich or gay,

Lord make me wiser every year,

And better every day."

4¼”

1927/60