Maker: Spode  Pattern: Italian

These pots go under various names, but their purpose was singular. Today most often called a bourdaloue supposedly so named after Pere Louis Bourdaloue (1632-1704) a Jesuit preacher at the court of Louis XIV, whose long sermons left the ladies of the court in some discomfort. They are also known as coach pots and crinoline slippers. and were designed to offer particular convenience for ladies forced to endure long coach journeys, operas as well as church services!
Backstamp: Spode and Provenance identification label W A Jackson BB17.
Light crazing with just a hint of discolouration inside otherwise excellent condition.

Dimensions: 18 cm x 7.5 cm & 10 cm high / 7 ins x 3 ins & 4 ins high