A pearlware documentary jug of large proportions, early 19th century, the body with puce transfer printed classical scenes depicting 'Bacchanti' and 'Love at Liberty', the front with gilt painted motto 'J Wood / Emperor of Dog Island and King of the Rummons / 1806' within a foliate wreath, the gilt rim above a blue striped neck, with blue pinstriped handle and painted foliate motifs, 23cm high Note: The jug may have a possible connection to a Welsh Gypsy family - see Jarman (A.O.H) and Jarman (E), THE WELSH GYPSIES - CHILDREN OF ABRAM WOOD. A copy of the book will be provided to the buyer on request