Aylesbury Salt Glazed Flagon
This is a large salt-glazed stoneware flagon, bearing the impressed mark “M T Cocks Wine & Spirit Merchant Aylesbury”. The flagon exhibits a classic form typical of 19th-century stoneware vessels used for storing and transporting liquids. The salt-glazing process creates a distinctive textured surface and a durable finish, making it both aesthetically pleasing and functional. The impressed lettering indicates its origin and the trade of the merchant who commissioned it.
Condition and Collectability
The flagon shows signs of age and use, with some minor wear and imperfections consistent with its age. These imperfections add to its character and authenticity, demonstrating its history and use. This flagon would be a desirable addition to a collection of historical pottery, pub memorabilia, or items relating to the wine and spirit trade. It represents a tangible link to the commercial history of Aylesbury and the practices of 19th-century merchants.
