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A Victorian novelty drinking puzzle jug mid 19th century,…
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Perth
Date:
26-Mar-2014
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A Victorian novelty drinking puzzle jug mid 19th century, glazed and painted earthenware with written verse. Height 19.5 cm. Note: the puzzle jug is intended for use in inns and public houses as a humorous drinking challenge. The defining feature of the jug is its pieced neck which makes it impossible to pour or drink the contents. in fact the jug is made with a hollow handle and a hollow ring around the neck, typically fitted with two or three spouts. The idea is that the beer can be sucked up through the handle and drunk from one of the spouts by covering the others holes with your fingers
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Recreations & Pursuits: Alcohol - Breweriana