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What were stoneware jugs used for?

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What were stoneware jugs used for?
Stoneware jugs were used for a variety of storage needs. They housed everything from water and beer to meats, grains and pickled vegetables. You can find a variety of stoneware jugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Stoneware Jug
Located in London, England
Large French stoneware jug in a brown glazed finish. Circa 1900.
Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Stoneware Jug
Located in London, England
2 gallon partially glazed stoneware jug. Circa 1930
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Stoneware Jug
Located in London, England
Stoneware jug. Circa 1930 H 29cm x W 15cm x D 14cm
Category

Vintage 1930s Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Early 20th Century German Stoneware Jug
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
German stoneware jug with brown salt glaze and floral pattern.
Category

20th Century German Vases

Materials

Stoneware

19th Century Decorated Bird Stoneware Jug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century decorated stoneware jug with a bird on the face. This is a New York State jug.
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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

1950s vintage blue stoneware jug by Nils Kähler
By Nils Kähler
Located in Oostende, BE
1950s vintage stoneware jug by Nils Kähler
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Serving Pieces

Materials

Stoneware

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