Moorcroft Fox and cubs jar

Every once in a while, designers at Moorcroft stumble across a species of plant or animal that captures their imagination and takes them into a new journey of discovery. One of Vicky’s favourite subjects is British wildlife, so foxes have always been a regular occurrence in her designs. This time, however, they are accompanied by a flower new to Moorcroft design, the fox and cubs flower, or orange hawkbit as it is often known. Plants with lyrical, meaningful names that describe a unique appearance or trait are entertaining and fun. Pilosella fox and cubs wildflowers are just such plants. The name refers to the sunny daisy-like, rusty orange mature flower and its flanking buds, with fuzzy blackish haloed hair. Of course, Vicky paired these dainty wildflowers with a depiction of a real mama fox and her cubs, beautifully stylized with pointy ears and soft white bibs on this lovely lidded jar.

Designer: Vicky Lovatt
Shape: 401/5
Size: 5” lidded jar

About Moorcroft pottery

Moorcroft pottery are renowned for their craftsmanship and quality, as well as their beautiful depictions of British wildlife. Their pieces are numbered, limited editions and are highly collectable. We have worked in partnership with Moorcroft for over five years, and this season we have chosen a selection of our favourite pieces from their latest collections.