Description: An extremely rare vintage (1912-1919) Burleigh Ware multicoloured pictorial jug entitled "The Bailiffs Daughter of Islington". While matching teapots a bit more available- these pitchers are very very rare. Photos just dont do it justice. It is the perfect addition to any collection. Its hard to believe that this lovely little pitcher is OVER 100 YEARS OLD! It has survived well, with very little damage (some paint wearing, crazing and one tiny chip on lip- see pics). One can only wonder the tales, house and families its seen. Nows your chance to be a piece of that history! "The Bailiff's Daughter of Islington" is a traditional English folk song. It goes back to 1683. In the early part of the 1900s it held such popularity that Burleigh manufactured a line of ceramic transfer ware to honor it. Its was extremely popular, but very few pieces have survived through the century. The ballad concerns a young squire's son who falls in love with a bailiff's daughter from Islington, to the north of London. This is considered to be an unsuitable pairing, so his family dispatches him to the City. There a seven-year apprenticeship affords him worldly success, although servitude sharpens his ardour for the maiden he once knew. The bailiff's family falls on hard times. The daughter survives, but is alone, and one day on a roadside encounters the well-beloved youth. She begs a penny. In reply, he asks: "I prithee, sweetheart, canst thou tell me / Where that thou wast born?"; and does she know of the bailiff's daughter of Islington? "She's dead, sir, long ago", the girl asserts sorrowfully. The youth is heartbroken and offhandedly pledges the girl his horse and tack, for he feels like nothing but departing into exile. She cries: "O stay, O stay, thou goodly youth! / She's alive, she is not dead; / Here she standeth by thy side, And is ready to be thy bride." Stamp on bottom says: Burgess & Leigh, Burslem, England. DIMENSIONS 4.75 h 6 w (spout to handle) Please review the photo's carefully as they are also part of the description. PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS PRIOR TO PURCHASING. I'm more than happy to answer any questions or even take more pictures. I typically do not accept returns, unless it's a mistake I made or extreme circumstances. I want you to be happy with your purchase, so let me know if I am able to help in any way! YOUR ITEM WILL BE VERY CAREFULLY PACKED AND SHIPPED WITH AN ESTABLISHED SHIPPING CO. -WILL ONLY BE SHIPPED TO VERIFIED ADDRESSES. NO EXCEPTIONS. Thank you for taking your time to look! Please add me to your fav sellers list for more rare & unique treasures!!! I will work to provide the least expensive but dependable shipping option. Overages in estimating will returned. If the shipping calculator seems high, email me your city & zip for a more accurate quote. Please review my feedback. It exemplifies my commitment to you, the customer. I work hard to earn your business & respect. It matters because you matter!
Price: 195 USD
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
End Time: 2024-12-27T23:38:26.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Burleigh Ware
Origin: England
Pattern: Antique Bailiff’s Daughter Pictorial
Type: pitcher
Occasion: All Occasions
Color: Multicolor
Year Manufactured: 1912
Material: Ceramic
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919
Backstamp: Painted
Handmade: Yes
Vintage: Yes
