Saxon & Medieval — Late Medieval; mid-late 14th century
Jug
Copper alloy jug with bulbous body, long spout, handle and tripod legs. The spout is shaped like an animal's head. This may have been used for serving drinks such as ale. Ale, made from malted barley, was the staple drink in the medieval period. London alehouses tended to attract idle, lewd, young and lazy customers, but attempts to curb excess drinking and unruly behaviour met with limited success.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- A2752
- Object name:
- jug
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- Late Medieval; mid-late 14th century
- Material:
copper alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- H 234 mm, DM 80 mm (neck), DM 135 mm (body), W (max) 210 mm, WT 1666 g (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 80%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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