antique salt-glazed stoneware brandy barrel or pub dispenser made by Doulton and Watts (Lambeth, London), dating  c1827–1858.
Salt-glazed stoneware with characteristic ocher/brown glazed bands and a molded Royal Coat of Arms relief on the front, Impressed with "BRANDY" below the royal insignia, and stamped with the maker's stamp on top. Issued between 1827 and 1858 during the partnership of John Doulton and John Watts. Used as a counter or bar top liquor dispenser in Victorian pubs and taverns.
Measuring 24cm wide x 27cm high x 15cm deep