Fine Ralph Wood 51 mould Toby jug (ex Mackintosh collection) Staffordshire c.1780





This fine and unrestored Ralph Wood 51 mould Toby jug Staffordshire c.1780 is crisply molded and painted in manganese, ochre and green translucent running glazes. The underbase bears the circular label "No: 144 in the collection of Lord Mackintosh collection of Halifax." Please contact us for additional information and a condition report.

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