James Kent Old Foley “Chinese Rose” Jug natural reinterpreted through a distinctly English

reinterpreted through a distinctly English lens during the height of the Aesthetic Movement

floral form

Decorative yet hardworking—an expressive example of Mason’s talent for turning everyday tableware into something theatrical and collectible

Pattern: Mulberry pastoral scene with floral border

which is made of durable and shiny ironstone

James Kent Old Foley “Chinese Rose” Jug natural reinterpreted through a distinctly EnglishA classic symbol of English domestic grace, this James Kent Old Foley Chinese Rose Jug captures the romance and craftsmanship of early 20th century Staffordshire pottery. Produced by James Kent Ltd. at the famed Old Foley Works in Longton, this piece reflects the enduring popularity of the Chinese Rose pattern a design that first appeared in the 1930s and quickly became a hallmark of the brand. The pattern itself is steeped in the Chinoiserie