Jug still bank c. 1880

This earthenware jug, dated c. 1880, was likely crafted for use as a still bank, a type of piggy bank that is typically made in the shape of an object that it resembles. This anonymous piece has a dark red glaze and a simple, utilitarian shape, indicative of its everyday functionality. The jug is a reminder of the simple pleasures and domestic crafts that were valued in the 19th century.