A humorous 18th Century Dutch Delftware Puzzle Jug

An unusual, humorous and attractive 18th Century Dutch Delftware Puzzle Jug.

Polychrome decoration and blue and white landscape scene to the base.

Height: 21 cm 

Oveal Width: 17 cm

Puzzle Jugs were intended as an amusing tavern game or a conversation piece during a dinner party where drinkers attempted to drink the contents without causing a spill. After a long and alcohol-induced evening, it became an increasing challenge. The pierced openwork on the neck of the jug intentionally prevented any liquid in the body from being poured or consumed, and provided rounds of hilarity when the uninitiated attempted to drink from the vessel. Additional holes that were cleverly concealed made the challenge even more confounding.

In good condition with no cracks or restoration and with only the typical signs of usage around the base for an item oapproximately 250 years old.

A real pirce of history and a conversational topic item.

Ref: 2395