Bidspirit auction | Art Deco? Earthenware? Parrot Handle

Art Deco? Earthenware? Parrot Handle Pitcher by Burleigh Ware?, 8.5” - An Art Deco? glazed earthenware? pitcher featuring a figural handle moulded in the form of a tropical parrot?. The vessel is decorated with a vibrant orange and black bird handle, set against a bright yellow ground. The body is further embellished with hand-painted green palm fronds and stylized orange and black butterfly motifs flanking the spout. This form is characteristic of the parrot handle jugs produced by Burleigh Ware?. The base of the piece is not visible and no marks are present on the exterior surfaces. Length: 21.5 cm.