Description
This small stoneware jug is shaped like a plump, ripe tomato, glazed a glossy bright red with a creamy white interior. A green stalk curls round to form the handle, and a ring of raised leaves spreads across the back, painted in a deep green and a fresh lime green so they look just picked. The body has the soft ridges and gentle dips of a real tomato, and a shaped lip at the front lets it pour neatly. It stands 9cm tall, 13cm wide and 10cm deep, and holds 280ml.
At 280ml it holds a good measure of milk for the morning pot of tea, or cream to pour over a fruit crumble or a bowl of strawberries. It is a cheerful size for a kitchen dresser or an open shelf, where it brightens the room between uses, and it looks at home on a farmhouse table or a sunny breakfast tray. For anyone who grows their own tomatoes or simply loves a colourful kitchen, it makes a thoughtful housewarming gift, small enough to wrap easily and bright enough to raise a smile the moment it comes out of the paper.
The jug is made from stoneware, a dense and sturdy ceramic, and finished in a smooth, high-gloss glaze inside and out. The leaves stand proud of the surface and the stalk handle gives a comfortable loop to hold. For care, we would wash it by hand in warm soapy water and dry it with a soft cloth, which keeps the glaze bright and the painted leaves at their best. Set it out with a teapot and a pair of mugs for a relaxed afternoon tea, or tuck it into a hamper with a jar of homemade chutney for someone setting up home.
Specification
| Material |
Stoneware |
| Colour |
red |
| Height |
9cm |
| Width |
13cm |
| Depth |
10cm |
| Weight |
0.23kg |
| Capacity |
280ml |
| Occasion |
New Home |
Frequently Asked
How much does the tomato jug hold?
It holds 280ml, which is a good measure of milk for a pot of tea or cream to pour over a pudding at the table.
How big is the jug?
It stands 9cm tall, 13cm wide and 10cm deep. It is a small jug that sits easily on a tray, a shelf or a breakfast table.
What is the jug made from?
It is made from stoneware, a sturdy ceramic. It has a glossy red glaze, a creamy white inside, raised green leaves and a green stalk handle.
How should I clean the tomato jug?
We would wash it by hand in warm soapy water and dry it with a soft cloth. This keeps the glaze and the painted leaves bright.
Does the jug pour easily?
It has a shaped pouring lip at the front and a curved stalk handle that gives a comfortable grip, so milk or cream pours neatly.
Would it make a good housewarming gift?
Yes. It makes a cheerful housewarming gift for a keen gardener, someone who grows tomatoes or anyone who loves a colourful kitchen.