I have been fascinated with these little Toby Jugs for quite some time. I was thrilled when my sweet mom gave me her awesome collection!
Such interesting and beautiful objects of d'art!
Such interesting and beautiful objects of d'art!
(Okay, get this. I gathered them all up for the photo shoot, and told them it was not time for a libation...
they were sure miffed!)
Anyhow, the little Toby Jugs are so typical of the eccentricity of the British, each of these early jugs has such a unique little character, and its own bit of history.
Toby jugs are popular around the world and are always associated with England. I have a few that were made in Japan. I believe that the first Toby Jug was made in the early 18th century. They are mostly jovial, even though some don't look very happy!
They are dressed in clothes of that time, a long coat with low pockets, waistcoat, knee breeches and shoes.
They are dressed in clothes of that time, a long coat with low pockets, waistcoat, knee breeches and shoes.
Check out their little features, some will make you smile and some, not so much!!
I'm ready for another-
I did not ask for Tea!
Mad As Hops!
Ahh, Gin!
You should not carry on like that, sir!
I lost my head, sorry.
He sure has a prominent nose! Yikes,
back then they called this kind of a nose a
Parish Pick-Ax!
Happy...the most giggle mug of the bunch.
Oh my lovely, not now!
A bit intoxicated?
Half- Rats!
No my dear, not that kind.
Can you not remember anything?
Hope you enjoyed taking a peek at my
peculiar, odd and strange...
grand little Toby Jugs!
Did you know that
Quarterback Peyton Manning
is the most high-profile
collector of Toby Jugs!
Have a great weekend~
Nancy
Nancy this post was very sentimental to me. One of my earliest memories is of visiting my Nana and PopPop in their apartment near New York City. I can remember every detail of that little place, but one memory never left me. Nana had a little Toby Jug on her pass-through to the kitchen. After she passed away, my mother gave it to me. It's one of my favorite things!
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Kim
they are very unique....so happy your Mom passed on the collection to you...you can tell you will love them very much...
ReplyDeleteHi Nancy, thank you for visiting Gracious Hospitality and leaving a sweet comment. :D
ReplyDeleteI love your Toby jugs. I remember one or two in my grandmother's house when I was a child. I wonder where they ended up?
Enjoy a great June day!
LaTeaDah
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ReplyDeleteHi Nancy, I have never seen Toby jugs before. Your collection is really nice, how special that your mom gave you her's. Treasures of a lifetime. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHugz,
Kim
That really is an interesting collection and it was fun to learn a bit of the history.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog so I could find yours!
Nancy, In all my antique excursions, I have never seen one in person. This collection must be very near and dear to you if your mother decided that she wanted you to have her collection. Is there any special marking one should be looking for?
ReplyDeleteYou have a charming collection of Toby mugs and even more special because they belonged to your Mom. How sweet of her to pass them on to you! Thanks for your fun comment on Don't Mess With Texas...we have to stick together!
ReplyDeleteThey are great! I used to know someone that had the most amazing collection of Toby Jugs. Shame I never took a photo of them all those years ago.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun group of gentlemen Nancy!!
ReplyDeleteDoesnt the 4th one look just like the British actor Michael Caine!
They must give you a smile every day!!
Thanks for sharing your collection!
Lynn
I would say that some of those are a wee bit scary!! Some are jovial! My girl friend, growing up, had a few of those!
ReplyDeleteYou really have a wonderful collection, Nancy. I have seen these before in books and maybe a couple in antique stores. Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteWhat I would like to know about is the vase behind your Toby Jugs. Have I seen that vase before?? It seems familiar.
Have a super good day!
Karen
Ladybug Creek
Nancy, you have quite a collection of those jovial little jugs. Thanks for showing them.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous collection. I love them all. So fun. You've created a beautiful vignette with the flowers to showcase them perfectly. Gorgeous. Thanks so much for joining the party. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI have seen pictures of these before but didn't know what they were called. What a fun collection!
ReplyDeleteThe Toby mugs are highly collectible ... & sought after. You have a wonderful collection.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon
Hi Nancy, I’m happy you stopped by for a visit and enjoyed my Tabletop Tuesday ~ Mantel Vignette. I love how a few simple changes can make a big impact. I enjoy thinking up new ways to use things I already have in my home to give a different look to a room!
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Kim
The Toby mugs are so unquie - and I have to say that some of them do make me smile - they look so happy. sandie
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your Toby mug collection. I had a few of them years ago, but like many other things - got rid of them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by. I will be back - I am just taking a break right now due to so many other things going on right now.
Have a great week.
Your Toby jug collection is not as odd as my "bar angels" :) I have never heard of these, but I think I've MET one or two of them :) Are they hand painted? I'll have to "google" these!
ReplyDeleteOh Nancy-I just read that Peyton Manning has the largest collection in the U.S.--very interesting!
ReplyDeleteOh I love them! What a great collection!!
ReplyDeleteI;ve always like Toby jugs. How cool that Peyton M collects them :) I think we may have one. I didn't know they could be made in Japan (as ours is). Thanks for stopping by my blog!
ReplyDeleteHELLO NANCY....
ReplyDeleteYOUR COLLECTION IS AWESOME....LOL
EACH ONE WOULD PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE :) FOR SURE....
HAVE A GREAT REST OF THE WEEK :)
Hi Nancy! You have such a great collection! I used to watch the auctions on the BBC and always loved to see what these would bring, when thet sold.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for coming by my blog. I love meeting new people.
hugs
What a nice collection of Toby mugs and who knew about Peyton Manning!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your note yesterday! I love the sunflower header.
Thank you for your visit today:) Your post brought back memories for me. Growing up we had a family room in the basement with a bar area and my parents had some of these mugs. I wonder what happened to them?
ReplyDeleteI never knew what they were called . You have a fabulous collection !
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
~Myrna
never knew the official name, and they are cute!
ReplyDeleteHi Nancy i read your blog it is great! How do you get your blog popular? please check out my Lola Hill story (blog)
ReplyDeleteAn amazing collection..How sweet of your mom:)
ReplyDeleteLUCKY girl to have a mom:)
Good morning, Nancy! What a cute collection of Toby Mugs. They are unique! Happy Friday, have a great weekend!
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