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Rare Pair of 19th-Century Porcelain Toby Jugs – Attributed Samson, Paris & Staffordshire – Hand-painted.
Description:
Offered for auction is an attractive pair of antique porcelain Toby jugs from the 19th century, representing both English and French ceramic traditions:
	•	The smaller jug (approx. 26cm), hand-painted with delicate pastel floral enamels and blue cravat, bears an impressed ‘R’ and two parallel incised marks on the underside, which are consistent with work attributed to Samson, Paris.
	•	The larger jug (approx. 30cm), with vibrant blue, green, and ochre palette and characteristic English modelling, is likely English Staffordshire. The figure sits on a barrel holding jug and bottle, in classic Toby fashion.
Both pieces are beautifully modelled and painted, featuring classic 18th-century-style attire and tricorn hats, each sitting atop a barrel.
Origin:
	•	France (Samson, Paris) and England (Staffordshire)
	•	Circa: Mid to late 19th century
Condition:
	•	The Samson jug (26cm) is in very good condition for its age, with minor chips and wear.
	•	The Staffordshire jug (30cm) has no base preserved and can’t be used as a jug (decorative intention only).
Markings:
	•	The Samson jug features an impressed “R” and two parallel strokes on the base.
Collector’s Note:
A rarely offered pairing of French and English Toby jugs. Samson, Paris is celebrated for its fine quality and historic reproductions, while Staffordshire jugs are icons of British ceramics. This lot provides a fascinating contrast between two great European porcelain schools.
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Jug (2) - Porcelain - Toby jugs, Samson & UK

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