Doulton Lambeth Stoneware Ewer with Gilt Accents

Doulton Lambeth stoneware ewer, with a pinched spout above a cylindrical neck and bulbous body, in tones of blue, brown, green and white, with gilt accents (rubbed), impressed Doulton Lambeth and Slaters patent to base, height 8.27 in.

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Ewer / Pitcher - A type of jug with a narrow neck bulbous body and wide spout, originally used for carrying and storing liquids such as water or wine. In medieval times they were the source of water to wash ones hands during and after a meal. later the shape was used for vessels in silver, gold, glass and ceramics.

In Victorian times they were made in ceramics and occasionally glass with a matching basin, and sometimes other accessories such as a soap holder or toothbrush holder. Their purpose was to provide facilities for personal washing In the early 19th century were often enclosed in purpose built stands, and later resided on a washstand..

Sometimes the words "ewer" and "pitcher" are used interchangably, but a pitcher is generally considered to be a jug, and would have a wide mouth, and a gently tapering body.

This item has been included into following indexes:

Royal Doulton (England), item types
- jugs, other 536
- Lambeth Ware, jugs 100
- stoneware, other items 156
Royal Doulton (England), special wares - Slater's patent 79