Artist: Sibley's Pottery, pottery; Date(s): 1861; Classification(s): lead-glazed earthenware, barrel (container), slip-coated, earthenware, slip-coated with incised decoration under lead glaze; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928, Dr J.W.L.Glaisher Bequest [GL.C.47-1928]
Description: Red earthenware, with incised decoration under greenish-yellow lead glaze. Decorated with impressions of cords and incised ornament consisting of a pheon, a cross and the words 'HIS MAJESTY'S BARREL 1861'.