RecordToby jug, of Souter Johnny< 1 of 1 > Back probably made in Montrose, Angus
Toby jug, of Souter JohnnyThis cream glazed stoneware toby jug was probably made at Crowe's pottery at Montrose in Angus. It dates from the second half of the 19th century. It takes the form of 'Souter Johnny'- a character from Robert Burns' poem 'Tam O'Shanter'. A souter was a shoemaker or cobbler. Cream glazed Toby jug of Souter Johnnie, probably by Crowe of Montrose In the 18th and 19th centuries, a few Scottish potteries existed in the north-east of the country, mainly catering for local markets. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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