
A selection is shown here, but to receive full information and prices please contact me. This running glaze jug would easily fetch £1000 at auction. It dates from around 1800 and has all the characteristics of an early jug. An almost identical jug is illustrated on the front cover of John Bedford's book The Toby Jug.
Illustrated here is an early Snuff Taker, he dates from around 1830 - 1840 and is in good condition showing only normal wear and tear. He has an attractive face and would enhance any Toby Jug collection. Later Snuff Takers, say around 1890 often have gold lustre embellishments and can stand up to 10 inches tall. They usually sell for around £100. Some are very attractive indeed with beautifully painted waistcoats.
This early Staffordshire, complete with barrel between his legs dates from around 1800. They usually fetch around £1000. The mottled blue coat version, which is slightly more attractive may sell for a little more. The jugs are unmarked and it is possible they emanate from Leeds rather than Staffordshire. It is these unknowns which make collecting Tobys so nteresting. To find them in good condition with the barrel is becoming increasingly difficult. One sold recently at Christies in New York for nearly £1000.
This excellent enamelled finish Toby would probably start the bidding at auction around £450. It is complete with pipe, sparrowneck jug, excellent waistcoat and pock marked face. This gentleman still has his original crown. It is possible some repainting has been done to his overcoat, but this does not detract from making him an excellent addition to any collection.
This is one of the few jugs you will find on this site which is not Victorian or earlier. The famous Tit Bits Jug featured here sells for around £215. The Peace News Jug which is similar would fetch more. This jug, illustrated here dates from around 1930. They are becoming increasingly sought after and their value can only increase.
Two handsome soldiers shown here. Both dated around 1830 and in nice condition, only showing a little normal wear are tear. Their red coats and yellow buttons provide an attractive contrast. They both are holding very decorative sparrow neck jugs which are overflowing with froth. Why not e mail me for more details.
If you want to spend £2000, this very early Ralph Wood, dated around 1785 - 80 could be yours. It is lightly potted, shows a 'Roman Nose' type face, and is the only example I have ever seen in this livery. He has a raised glass and a half filled jug. The 'blind eye' so characteristic of Wood's faces is very apparent.
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