Antique Royal Delft miniature jug

Royal Delft mini jug, specifically the "https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=cy5mbw== 1709" model, characterized by its traditional blue and white hand-painted design. This type of earthenware, known as Delftware, has a rich history dating back to the 17th century in the city of Delft, Netherlands. Royal Delft, established in 1653, is the last remaining factory still producing this iconic pottery using traditional methods. The jug features floral motifs, a hallmark of Delftware, and is entirely hand-painted, reflecting the craftsmanship and heritage of this Dutch art form. These miniature pitchers, like the one depicted, were sometimes used in colonial Virginia during the 17th and 18th centuries for storing herbs and tobacco