Antique Ridgways Stoneware Tall Jug in Treacle Glaze 26.5 cm

A striking tall Ridgways stoneware jug in a rich amber treacle glaze, decorated with detailed black transfer scenes and finished with a silver tone rim. The shape is wonderfully architectural, with a strong vertical line and a comfortable handle, making it a real statement piece whether you use it at the table or purely for styling.

It measures 26.5 cm high and 16 cm across to the handle, so it has proper presence. It looks brilliant as a vase for long stems, branches, or winter greenery, and it also works beautifully on open shelving alongside blue and white ceramics, brass candlesticks, pewter, and stacked books. The warm glaze adds depth to lighter interiors and sits particularly well with dark wood and creamy neutrals.

As you would expect with antique stoneware, there are gentle signs of age and use, and you may see light crazing and small surface marks in the glaze that suit the character of the piece. The silver tone rim shows some age related wear, which is part of the charm.