Claret Jug c. 1892 - 1893

Christopher Dresser's "Claret Jug" (c. 1892-1893) is a stunning example of late 19th-century design. The glass jug, with its sleek, cylindrical body and bulbous base, is adorned with simple, elegant silver accents, including a handle with a black ebony finial. The piece exemplifies Dresser's commitment to functionalism and aesthetic simplicity, characteristic of the Aesthetic Movement. This Art Institute of Chicago treasure, with its clear glass and refined silverwork, showcases the beauty of everyday objects.