Christopher Dresser (1834-1904), an electroplated claret jug, model number 16587, made by Elkington & CoDesigned c.1865, Late 19th Century, stamped maker's shield mark, with 'Elkington' struck through, numbered 16587 Of bulbous form with broad neck, the lid hinged in two places, the handle embossed with stylised decoration23.5 cm highNOTE: Christie's London, British and Continental Decorative Arts, 12th May 1999, lot 212 (similar claret jug with matching finial illustrated with a drawing from Dresser's Notebook and numbered 16587)

There is a dent to the top of the handle on the 'knuckle' which has flattened the ridge and there are some small indentations on the top of the handle with evidence of the natural seam. In general there are old marks, scuffs, wear and small indentations here and there in keeping with natural use and age. Some small indentations on edge of rim, lid and foot. Hinges are in good order. The inside has some surface texturing, old marks and a few stains. The finial on this claret jug matches the one in the Dresser drawing.