{"product_id":"vintage-shorter-son-water-lily-jug-hand-painted-cabbage-ware-c1940s-50s-made-in-england","title":"Vintage Shorter \u0026 Son Water Lily Jug, Hand-Painted Cabbage Ware, c1940s–50s, Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003ePart cabbage, part water lily, entirely charming: this Shorter \u0026amp; Son jug pairs a tightly textured green lettuce base with a hand-painted pink blossom that erupts at the collar, its petal tips deepening to magenta and its scalloped rim forming the pouring spout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA curved, branch-form handle finished in warm amber-orange completes the piece. It makes a spectacular centrepiece on a retro table or dresser, and a considered addition to a collection of English novelty pottery. Shorter \u0026amp; Son of Stoke-on-Trent was known for its playful, hand-decorated ware, and the factory's cabbage and floral lines remain favourites with collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs stamped on the base, the decoration was done entirely by hand, giving the petals an organic, painterly texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shorter \u0026amp; Son Ltd., Stoke-on-Trent, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water lily on cabbage ware jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1940s–1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 cm high; 16 cm wide (handle to spout); 7 cm opening diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 471 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed earthenware, hand-painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed underglaze backstamp reading GENUINE STAFFORDSHIRE, HAND PAINTED, SHORTER \u0026amp; SON LTD., ENGLAND; impressed shape number 30s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition with a clean interior and fine, clean crazing consistent with age. Very minor, light surface wear to the hand-painted detail in one small area near the upper rim. No chips, cracks or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash in warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Avoid soaking, dishwashers and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece is beautifully gift wrapped and carefully packaged to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in perfect condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42808200790062,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/WaterLilyJug-jugfacingleft_whiteplinth_decorativesceneinbackground.jpg?v=1792388075","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/vintage-shorter-son-water-lily-jug-hand-painted-cabbage-ware-c1940s-50s-made-in-england","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}