H&K Tunstall Autumn Fruit Decorated Cream Jug with Grape Motif

Generous in scale, richly decorated and full of autumnal warmth, this H&K Tunstall cream jug in the Autumn pattern is a particularly fine example of the Tunstall potteries' hand-painted earthenware tradition — and the prominent grape motif sets it apart from the standard Autumn range pieces.

H&K Tunstall was a Staffordshire pottery manufacturer based in Tunstall, one of the six towns of the Potteries district, producing a range of earthenware tableware and decorative pieces throughout the 20th century. The Autumn pattern, with its deep cobalt blue ground warmed by ochre tones and animated by bold hand-painted fruit decoration, is one of the most recognisable and collected of the Tunstall ranges. The substantial size and shaped handle of this cream jug give it a commanding presence suited to display as much as use, and the grape motif adds a decorative richness that makes it a standout piece within the Autumn grouping. This example is in very good condition, with no chips, cracks, or damage noted.

• Maker: H&K Tunstall, Staffordshire, England
• Pattern: Autumn
• Dimensions: 12 cm (H) x 14.5 cm (W)
• Condition: Very good
• Features: Deep cobalt blue ground, warm ochre tones, bold hand-painted fruit decoration with prominent grape motif, shaped handle
• Period: 20th century
• SKU: SKU-00282

A bold and collectible piece for admirers of English hand-painted ceramics. Pairs naturally with the Autumn Fruit Flared Vase (SKU-00281) and the Fruit Decorated Scalloped Dish (SKU-00284) in the H&K Tunstall grouping.