A Trio of Nineteenth Century Tortoiseshell Glazed Earthenware Chicken Feeders

A trio of circular lidded vessels crafted from glazed earthenware, featuring a buff-coloured clay body. Each piece is finished in a variegated tortoiseshell style lead glaze with a palette of amber, yellow, and dark brown tones. The form consists of a rounded base with circular perforations around the shoulder and an interior central raised well with a single drainage hole. The matching domed lids are topped with a central rounded knob and further shaped perforations. This specific form is traditionally identified as a poultry or chicken feeder. No maker marks are visible.
Diameter: Approximately 13cm – 14cm.