{"product_id":"antique-relief-moulded-creamware-jug-childhood-spring-and-youth-summer","title":"Antique Relief-Moulded Creamware Jug – Childhood (Spring) and Youth (Summer)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eA beautifully evocative antique relief-moulded creamware jug, decorated with classical scenes representing the allegories of \u003cstrong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eChildhood or Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eYouth or Summer\u003c\/strong\u003e. Inspired by the neoclassical designs popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the jug features finely detailed oval medallions framed by scrolling foliage and berry garlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eOne side depicts \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eChildhood (Spring)\u003c\/strong\u003e, shown as a graceful female figure accompanied by children, symbolising renewal, innocence, and the awakening of life. The opposing panel represents \u003cstrong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eYouth (Summer)\u003c\/strong\u003e, portraying a young couple amidst the harvest, embodying growth, abundance, and the promise of maturity. These allegorical motifs are closely associated with the celebrated sculptural designs of \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eBertel Thorvaldsen\u003c\/strong\u003e, with an example held in the collection of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eThorvaldsens Museum, Copenhagen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eThe elegant baluster form, flowing handle, and crisp relief decoration create a striking decorative piece that reflects the enduring appeal of neoclassical design. Whether displayed on a dresser, bookshelf, or country house table, this jug brings history, artistry, and symbolism into the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eAntique relief-moulded creamware jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eDecorated with allegorical scenes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eChildhood (Spring)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eYouth (Summer)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eNeoclassical-inspired design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eFine raised detailing with floral and berry garlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eElegant baluster shape with shaped pouring lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eSimilar example held in the Thorvaldsens Museum, Copenhagen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eHeight 19cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003emight have had a pewter lid \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eCollectors of antique creamware and pottery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eLovers of neoclassical and classical design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eEnglish country house and period interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eDecorative shelf styling and cabinet displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eThose drawn to symbolism, mythology, and the changing seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003ePresented in antique condition with age-related wear consistent with its history and 1 small chip on lip. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natalia Willmott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63782538871161,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1125\/8278\/files\/0FEBBE87-B2FB-4598-8FBE-B0A081D57292.jpg?v=1781678414","url":"https:\/\/nataliawillmott.co.uk\/products\/antique-relief-moulded-creamware-jug-childhood-spring-and-youth-summer","provider":"Natalia Willmott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}