Dundee Marmalade Jar | Scottish Antique

Description

An antique Dundee marmalade jar from Scotland. A classic piece of British stoneware with a long and delicious history.

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Why it’s here

Everything in the Homestedt Antiques collection was sourced from rural barns, markets, and dealers across the North East of the United States, England, and Sweden, the same regions that have inspired much of what Homestedt does. These are objects that have already lived a life. They were made by hand, used daily, and have arrived here still doing what they were always meant to do. We collect these pieces because they show the kind of character that comes from decades of use, the evidence of the maker’s hand, and a beauty that adds texture, history and warmth to a home.

What you’re seeing in this collection is just a small selection of our antiques. For the full range of our latest pieces, we recommend a visit to our North Branch, NY location where you’ll find an ever changing collection of pieces that have caught our eye.

About this piece

Dundee marmalade has been made in Scotland since the 18th century, and the distinctive stoneware jars in which it was sold became icons of the British kitchen. Frank Cooper’s Oxford Marmalade and Keiller’s Dundee Marmalade both used similar stoneware crocks, which were kept and reused long after the marmalade was gone. These jars found their way into kitchens across Britain and beyond, used for storing jam, spices, small utensils, and countless other things. A piece of British domestic history in the most unassuming possible form.

Condition

Good antique condition. Stoneware sound. Shows natural age-related patina consistent with use. We have 12 available, each slightly different as expected with handmade antiques.

Care & display

Hand wash only with mild soap and warm water. Not suitable for dishwasher or microwave. Handle with care. Display on open shelving or a kitchen counter where the character of the piece can be appreciated.