A Burlington Ware Monochromatic Pale Blue Glazed Character Jug

This character jug is produced by the British pottery manufacturer Shaw and Copestake under the brand name Burlington Ware. The piece is fashioned from glazed earthenware with a monochromatic pale celadon blue finish. It is modelled in the form of a seated laughing figure, frequently identified as Hotei or the Laughing Buddha, with his hands resting on his knees and a flared rim functioning as a pouring spout. The base displays a printed rectangular backstamp for Burlington WARE MADE IN ENGLAND, alongside impressed marks reading MADE IN ENGLAND and DESIGN.
Height: approximately 11.5cm.