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Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950

Bull Finch toby jug produced by Burgess & Leigh of Burslem, England, circa 1950 using its Burleigh Ware tradename. The Eurasian bullfinch is a bulky bull-headed bird. The adult male has red underparts, but females and young birds have grey-buff underparts. The bullfinch's usual call is a quiet, low, melancholy whistled "peeu" or "pew". It is a weak, scratchy warbling, alternating with soft whistles. Tamed bullfinches can be taught to repeat specific melodies. A tree branch forms the handle of the jug.

Maker:

Burgess & Leigh

England

circa 1950

Model #:

toby jug

Size:

medium

Height:

5 1/4"

Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
Bull Finch toby jug - Burgess & Leigh circa 1950
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