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Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930

Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure double-sided majolica character jug produced in Austria circa 1930. Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure translates as John who Laughs, John who Cries. This jug brings to life the French tale of Jean, a everyday fellow who experiences sudden and unexpected mood swings, one minute laughing heartily and the next sobbing. This is very similar in design to the Jean Qui Rit character jug produced by Saint-Clement.

Maker:

unknown

Austria

circa 1930

Model #:

11619 III

Majolica

character jug

Size:

extra large

Height:

8 3/4"

Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
Jean Qui Rit, Jean Qui Pleure character jug - Austria circa 1930
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