Vintage Tony Wood Black Cat Milk Jug with Red Bow 1970s–80s

A striking Tony Wood black cat milk jug, with a glossy finish, bright red bow and a clever design that brings a playful touch to the traditional tea table.

Made by Tony Wood Studios in Staffordshire during the 1970s–1980s, this unusual ceramic jug is shaped as a sleek black cat, with the pouring spout cleverly incorporated into the cat’s mouth. The bright red bow and green eyes adds a lovely touch of colour, giving the otherwise glossy black design an especially distinctive appearance.

The combination of the bold feline form, glossy glaze and contrasting red bow captures the humour and ingenuity associated with Tony Wood’s animal pottery, where function and novelty were brought together in a particularly British way.

Compact enough to display easily, this cat jug would look equally at home amongst vintage tea ware, on open kitchen shelving or alongside other Tony Wood ceramics. Its expressive design also makes it an appealing addition to a collection of feline and novelty pottery.

A clever piece of Staffordshire studio pottery with a distinctly playful feline twist.

Details

Type: Milk jug
Maker: Tony Wood Studios
Origin: Staffordshire, England
Material: Ceramic
Design: Black cat jug with red bow and green eyes 
Finish: Gloss glaze
Era: 1970s–1980s

Dimensions

Height: 12.5 cm

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light surface wear. No chips or cracks. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

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