Ashtead pottery toby jug book

See my listings for more original period description printed postcard surrey the priory at ashtead. Ashtead potters coffee pot x32 and mug c10 a one serving pot, there should also be a hot water jug with handlespout on the opposite side i. The definitive body of research on 20th century toby and character jug. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Percy metcalfe was born in 1895 and became a very prolific designer, working in the art deco style typical of the 1920s and 30s. A history of ashtead paperback book the fast free shipping.

It was based in ashtead, surrey, england at the victoria works. Unfollow antique toby jug to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The book ashtead potters ltd in surrey 19231935 by edward hallam. Lavishly illustrated with 1,760 large photographs of over 800. Ashtead potters marks and model codes this is a quick guide to the sort marks that can be found on nearly all ashtead pottery. More and more people are beginning to collect 18th century english toby jugs and my problem is not selling them its finding them look at my archive pages and you will see the hundreds of toby s that i have sold over the past few years. Toby jug became his masters best friend and because of this they relied on each other for support during the hard times. The ashtead factory was very precise in its marking system and coded virtually every phase of the manufacture.

Benjamin franklin an ashtead pottery toby jug designed by percy metcalfe, limited edition, painted in colours, a bronze model of the wembley lion designed by percy metcalfe, and a collection of pottery including ashtead, poole pottery and a wedgwood tankard designed by keith murray painted factory marks, 25cm. As with all the character jugs produced by the ashtead pottery this charactertoby jug of benjamin franklin is designed by percy metcalfe. H handcrafted, fire glazed clay jug in antiqued look. The water jug does not have the filter holes in the lid. Buy stoneware pottery tobycharacter jugs and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Samuel johnson jug jug j24 by percy metcalfe for ashtead potters ltd. It was set up by sir lawrence weaver to provide employment for disabled exservicemen.

Mar 18, 2020 except as expressly set forth in the item description. This item is in the category collectibles\decorative collectibles\decorative collectible brands\royal doulton\character, toby jugs. The work of several prominent designers was employed, most notable, perhaps, being phoebe stabler of carter, stabler and adams. Toby and character jugs of the 20th century and their makers.

Pictures courtesy of kathleen barber ashtead pottery. He worked as a sculptor and also as a coin, medal and stamp designer and was one of the original designers to produce works for ashtead. Historical site american toby jug museum united states. A rare numbered limited edition 46 ashtead pottery ltd political commemorative character jug of david lloyd george prime minister of the united kingdom, modelled by percy metcalfe, date coded for 1927 measures approx. Details about rare david lloyd george toby jug mug by ashtead pottery ltd. Ashtead potters ltd, with an office on westminster bridge road london. The toby is marked for keele street pottery both with the impressed mark ksp england and a black. Antique toby jugs english toby jugs staffordshire toby. We cried when one of the animals diedthats how attached we became to the people and animals. Ashtead pottery figure of mischief by phoebe stabler c. M83, model of a bear baloo, jungle book figure by donald gilbert, 14 cms tall. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for.

Ashtead potters the aim of this website is to build a catalogue of models and figures produced by ashtead potters ltd. Johnnie walker toby jug, an advertising ware for johnnie walker brand whisky. A circa 1920s ashtead pottery character jug of stanley baldwin by percy metcalfe, limited edition no. An early 19th century staffordshire pottery toby jug, the handle with moulded human torso, modelled holding a jug and glass with sponge ware decorated base and similar to the hat interior.

Ashtead pottery and ashtead potters limited code and model numbers. Antique toby jugs staffordshire toby jugs ralph wood toby jugs. The only book specifically written about the ashtead potters, edward hallam s excellent ashtead potters ltd in surrey, 192335 was published privately by the hallams and had very small print run. The seller is eastandwestsweet and is located in killingworth, connecticut. Toby and character jugs of the 20th century reference book toby. Ashtead potters ltd were active in ashtead, surrey between 1923 and 1935. These pots often appear for sale as left or right handed jugs minus their lids. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. Toby character jug small gladiator royal doulton d6553, 9120570.

This is jug 84 in a strictly limited production and i suspect that there were only 100 or maybe 150 produced. Toby jug by keele street pottery of staffordshire england. It shows you how much animals can and will do to please a kind and loving master. Antique toby jugs, saltglaze stoneware pottery, english. Nesbits auctions ltd specialist auction of maritime. Stanley baldwin jug jug j25 g ivory by percy metcalfe for ashtead potters ltd. Toby character jug small ugly duchess royal doulton d6503, 9120700. If you own an item of ashtead pottery that would add to the site then please send images and details to. Over 1500 photographs depicting more than 3000 toby and character jugs in full. Ashtead chokr ashtray ashtead eastern lady ashtead guinness ashtray ashtead jug ashtead lloyd george jug ashtead lms ashtray ashtead pottery genozo lion ashtead samuel johnson jug ashtead teapot four ashtead grapefruit cups green ashtead jug green ashtead vase honey coloured ashtead jug very unusual ashtead teapot.

This is an unusual toby jug in the shape of a creamer or gravy boat. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Rare david lloyd george toby jug mug by ashtead pottery ltd. Collecting early toby jugs goes from strength to strength. The most comprehensive book available on royal doulton ceramic character and toby jugs. Ashtead potters ltd were earthenware manufacturer at the victoria works, ashtead, surrey. Home site updates history dates glazes artists decorators contact j25 stanley baldwin jug. The business was established in 1923 by sir lawrence weaver to provide employment for exservicemen disabled during the first world war. Included is information on over 175 potters of the 20th century, plus listings of over 4,000 toby and character. Stoneware pottery tobycharacter jugs for sale ebay. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.

The ashtead pottery was opened in 1923 and continued in operation until 1935. Toby jug maker issue title is pets and pots 1940 youtube. See todays ashtead pottery for sale, best offer and auction. The johnnie walker jug was designed by sir percy metcalfe and stands approximately 15 inches 38.